Black Beauty
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Movie Reviews of Black Beauty
Movie Review: Splendid In Every Way
Summary: 5 Stars
A simply perfect story told with exquisite compassion
and artistry.
This version of BLACK BEAUTY should be considered the
unsurpassable classic of its genre - as well as one of the
truly memorable films of the '90s - if only for these few
reasons:
Danny Elfman's soulful score.
Alex Thomson's gorgeous cinematography.
A perfectly balanced ensemble of actors, all of whom
add great heart to the story.
All-around production design of wonderful taste and period
versimilitude.
Most of all, director Caroline Thompson's obvious love
and dedication. She has made of this simple story of the
life of a horse a movie that puts to shame all but a slim
few involving people about whom we are expected to care
and empathize with.
This interpretation of Black Beauty is touching and...beautiful.
Movie Review: Wonderful!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is simply a wonderful movie to watch, perfect family entertainment.
The music throughout is most enjoyable, along with the wonderful scenery. The storyline offers a touching look at the life of a horse, both the good times he enjoys and the bad things he endures. It is easy to empathize with the main equine character, and the good human characters he comes into contact with steadfastly believe in kind treatment of horses and vocalize it several times throughout the film, without being preachy. Some scenes are downright comical, adding some humor and fun.
Being a horse person, I was constantly amazed at the training that was involved in producing this film! It left me wondering for days how some scenes were shot, and how much effort went into the training of the equine actors. This is the kind of film that I could watch again and again.
Movie Review: One of the Finest Horse Movies Ever Filmed
Summary: 5 Stars
This version of Black Beauty is not only the most true to the book, it is one of the finest horse movies ever filmed. This is a big budget movie. The costumes and sets for Victorian England as well as the scenery are outstanding. It was filmed beautifully, rivaling The Black Stallion for the most beautiful equine photography in a movie,ever. The story is actually much more true to the book the The Black Stallion is too.
If you have read and loved the book, you won't be disapointed in this movie. Like the book, there are some scenes of horse abuse and death that might be upsetting to really young children. This is not your typical kids horse movie. You do not have to be horse crazy to enjoy this movie. You do not have to be a kid either.
Movie Review: A movie to be enjoyed by all.
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been watching Black Beauty since it came out in 1994 when I was 9. The enchanting cinematography, thoughtful narration and beautiful horses stick in your mind long after the movies is finished. I've worn the tape out and recently bought it on DVD. I watched it immediately with friends who made fun of me. 19 and in love with a horsey movie?? Luckily I forced them to watch it and they were soon engrossed in the fabulous story. I have never read the book, but anyone who dislikes this movie because it isn't "true" to the novel is a sad person indeed. This is a great movie that can be enjoyed by horse lovers or even people who aren't that fond of horses. A good movie is a good movie, and Black Beauty will remain a timeless classic.Movie Review: Beautiful to look at, true to the novel,
Summary: 5 Stars
Unlike other adaptations of Anna Sewall's classic, this film version respects the intentions and the words of the book. We read the novel aloud with my 6 year old daughter and got this DVD as a treat for her to watch. We were not dissapointed. For one thing, Black Beauty himself narrates the film in a voice over (there's no corny talking animals), just as the novel is written in the first person from the p.o.v. of the horse. The film also does a nice job of retaining the message of the novel about treating animals fairly.
As others have mentioned, the score is lovely and the cinematography is beautiful. There are lots of little animals to see and pretty landscapes, etc.
Highly recomended, a very nice family film.