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The Black Stallion [VHS]
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Product Details/SpecificationsActor(s): Kelly Reno Mickey Rooney Teri Garr Clarence Muse Hoyt Axton Creators: Francis Ford Coppola (Producer) Fred Roos (Producer) Jeanne Rosenberg (Writer) Melissa Mathison (Writer) Walter Farley (Writer) Walter Murch (Writer) William D. Wittliff (Writer) Director(s): Carroll Ballard
Recording label: MGM (Video & DVD) EAN: 9780792825074Binding: VHS TapeISBN: 0792825071Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Release Date: 1995-02-06Universal product code (UPC): 027616512239Number of discs: 1Audience rating: G (General Audience)Description From its turbulent beginning in a storm-swept sea to its unforgettable horse race finale, The Black Stallion is a modern-day movie landmark. One of the most highly praised productions of 1979,it is "a wonderful experience...for adults and for kids" (Roger Ebert). When a shipwreck leaves Alec (Kelly Reno)a courageous young boyand The Blacka wild Arabian stallion 'stranded on a desolate island, the two share a frightening adventure of survival that forges a lasting bond of friendship between them. Upon their rescue, Alec and the magnificent horse continue their adventures when they join forces with ex-jockey and horse trainer Henry Dailey (Mickey Rooney). Recognizing the winning combination of The Black's remarkable spirit and Alec's unwavering devotion tohis friend, Dailey takes both under his wing and prepares them to go head to head with the world's best thoroughbreds in "the race of the century."
Amazon.com essential video Adapted from the beloved novel by Walter Farley, this 1979 family classic was hailed by no less than hard-to-please critic Pauline Kael, who wrote that "it may be the greatest children's movie ever made." A visual feast from start to finish, the timeless tale of The Black Stallion plays out on almost mythic terms. A young boy survives a shipwreck and is stranded on a deserted island with a graceful black stallion, with whom the boy develops an almost empathic friendship. After being rescued and returning home, the two make a winning team as jockey and lightning-fast racehorse under the tutelage of a passionate trainer, played by Mickey Rooney in an Oscar-nominated role. From its serenely hypnotic island sequence to the breathtaking race scenes, this delightful film is guaranteed to enthrall any viewer, regardless of age. The Black Stallion is a genuine masterpiece of family entertainment. --Jeff Shannon
Running time: 118 minutes
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