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Black Beauty [DVD] [1994]

Sean Bean , David Thewlis , Caroline Thompson    Universal, suitable for all   DVD
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Sean Bean, David Thewlis, Docs Keepin Time, Alan Cumming, Jim Carter
  • Directors: Caroline Thompson
  • Writers: Caroline Thompson, Anna Sewell
  • Producers: Peter Macgregor-Scott, Robert Shapiro
  • Format: PAL
  • Language: English, French
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabic, Romanian, Bulgarian
  • Dubbed: Dutch, Italian
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: 21 Aug 2000
  • Run Time: 84 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004U8NB
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,673 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Don't waste this one on your children: buy it for yourself. A spectacular adaptation of the Anna Sewell novel, this is faithful to the source material but creates a life of its own on the screen. Told from the point of view of the horse, it recalls a time and a place that could be both beautiful and cruel. Black Beauty faced both hardship and kindness as he passed through the hands of many owners throughout his life. Some are generous, but the agonies endured by the title character may be too harsh for small children. Unfortunately, director Caroline Thompson did not resurrect her magical touch a few years later with another animal tale, Buddy. --Rochelle O'Gorman, Amazon.com

Product Description

Directed by Caroline Thompson (the writer of 'Edward Scissorhands', 'The Secret Garden' and 'The Addams Family'), this is another reworking of the Anna Sewell classic about a horse which has been badly treated. Set during the late 19th Century, where poverty was high in London's East End, the tale follows the ups and downs of the life of the horse Black Beauty.

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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Very pretty indeed 25 April 2005
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Format:DVD
A nicely shot film where the horses are undoubtedly the stars even with the presence of the likes of Sean Bean and David Thewlis. Alan Cumming's narration might irritate adults but I couldn't think of anyone who'd do better but it does pigeonhole it as a kids film. From my very vague memories of the book when I was young, I think it was probably reasonably true to the feel of the book. An enjoyable couple of hours and the horses and English countryside look gorgeous.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A great film for horse and black beauty lovers 9 July 2000
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
A lovely film and a must for horse lovers, the film is so faithfull to the book, and so enchanting. I'v seen it about 6 times and every time I'v seen it I'v sobbed, its so real. Its one of the best films ever!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
First of all, the film itself.

I've seen several Black Beauty films over the years (and the television series). I am pleased to say that it's possibly one of the best adaptations I have seen. Beautifully staged, it will not dissapoint any horse mad daughters (or sons) in your household. As an equine neutral adult, I can appreciate the care taken in the production of this film, and as a previous reviewer commented, it indroduces fairly adult themes to younger viewers (in a gentle way), which is no bad thing.

And onto M.G.Hatfield - an earlier reviewer of this film. What a star!! If you like reviews devoid of punctuation and any clear train of thought, then have a look at other films this person has reviewed. A copy of 'Eats Shoots & Leaves' should be sent to this guy/women without delay.

I'm still laughing...
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Wonderful story well told and well made film with some big actors. I still cry every time I watch it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Makes me cry every time!
This is a movie I find myself watching again and again, and each time it stirs up the same sorrowful, powerful feelings. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great film
My daughters ages 2 and 3 love this DVD. They will sit quiet and watch it from start to finish. I also enjoyed it. It was worth every penny. If you like horses you'll love it!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably sad and a grim portrayal of animal cruelty
I love animals and at 42 years old had never seen the film of Black Beauty. I thought it would be just like the series was when I was little. Not so. Read more
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