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Frankel - The Official Story [DVD]

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4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
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  • Format: PAL
  • Region: All Regions
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Studio: Go Entertain
  • DVD Release Date: 3 Dec 2012
  • Run Time: 65 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B009RQZKV2
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,835 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Frankel's perfect record speaks for itself. With 14 victories from as many starts, he has been described as the best racehorse of all time.

The colt named in memory of the great American trainer Bobby Frankel amassed earnings of £3 million in winning ten Group 1 races. He started favourite every time he ran, rewriting records with joyous abandon. From his virtuoso performance in the 2,000 Guineas to his breathtaking sequence of triumphs as a four-year-old, Frankel delivered one sensational performance after another in a career of remarkable consistency. It culminated on Champions Day at Ascot, the setting for an emotional farewell to a horse whose deeds touched so many people in all walks of life.

Commissioned by Frankel's breeder Juddmonte Farms Ltd and narrated by Steven Berkoff this programme features unique and insightful interviews with members of Team Frankel. It documents every one of Frankel's 14 victories in full, in the process recreating his career from its first, formative days. Frankel's achievements may never be matched.

This is his official story, from the inside out.


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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Official and Legendary. A Wonderful DVD 5 Dec 2012
By ACB (swansea) TOP 50 REVIEWER
Having been in possession of this recording of the achievements of Frankel and the preparation, dilemmas, worries (Henry Cecil always looks about to have a panic attack), how wonderful to be the trainer of this wonder horse. The recordings not only show us his races from 2010 when he beat John Gosden's star, Nathaniel, but take us through his development to his ten Group 1 triumphs (unbeaten in fourteen). His 2000 Guineas win was remarkable but the subsequent victories were under more pressure given his assumed stardom. Planned and successfully executed by the team, I never doubted his supremacy. Injuries, scares, meticulous preparation by trainer/owner, jockey, stable staff, vets, all involved and contributing to concerns and outcome. Frankel delivered the final say in judicious style on the turf, the complete and finished result of so much care and dedication. This DVD recounts the combination and records of all involved. The final enjoyment and admiration is here with a racehorse of dynamic ability. Hope his stud production is successful. Apparently in 2013 he will cover 130 mares at £125,000 each.

Stunning production values with intimate insight into the trials and tribulations of producing a champion. Cecil and Khalid Abdulla decided not to take him over more than 10 and a half furlongs. I think they were right for many reasons. The best at his distances I have witnessed. Whether he would have won at 12 furlongs we will never know. I go back a long way. The magnificent Sir Ivor, Brigadier Gerard, Mill Reef, Nijinsky, Shergar, Dancing Brave, Seabird, Camelot went further. All champions but not always successful.(I never saw Tudor Minstrel). Henry Cecil nailed it. For equine fans, this is a must. Who was the best is always going to be an unanswerable question and hence a continual subject of discussion. Frankel's rating of 147 is the highest ever above Seabird and Tudor Minstrel (146). It also brings in trainers. Without the horse, without the wins, no legend. At least this will keep the name of Frankel (and connections) immortal. A sheer delight from start to finish.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars greatest racehorse of all times? 22 Jan 2013
By Henshaw
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Not only are all the races shown but added footage never seen - a great dvd for the racing enthusiast
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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant 2 Jan 2013
By growler
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bought for my self as a racehorse faller at 56 i dont think i will see a better horse again very good documentary plus all the races in full very good
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great stuff!
A lovely film of this extraordinary horse, a must have for all fans even if they don`t know Frankel yet.
Published 1 day ago by DINO ROGGE
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Bought as a gift, lovely account of this famous horse. Not much footage of him as a baby but otherwise a great account of him.
Published 1 month ago by J. M. Griffiths
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Fantastic quality about an amazing horse. Good picture quality and well made. A must see.
Don't know what else to write
Published 1 month ago by Dave C
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Very informative, well researched, wonderful to relive his sublime performances on the racetrack, high quality recordings, and very good value.
Published 1 month ago by Michael White
5.0 out of 5 stars A well received gift
My father who is old and housebound loved this DVD on an exceptional horse but then he loves horse racing in general
Published 1 month ago by Pat macgregor
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Excellent DVD i have watch this DVD several times its magnificent show s Frankel at his best through his horse racing career
Published 1 month ago by Trevor Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars Frankel - Official Story
An absolute must for anyone that has been impressed by this unique racing horse. Even better than I had hoped.
Published 1 month ago by Alison Bright
4.0 out of 5 stars Xmas
Bought as a christmas present for my brother as he is a horse racing fan.....no complaints he really enjoyed watching this dvd.
Published 1 month ago by budgie49
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Entertaining
Everything I hoped it might be, a great gift for a Frankel fan. Good options, great commentary, all the detail easily accessible.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs M S Nichols
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Frankel
An brilliant opportunity to watch this amazing horse again and again. Wish it could have been twice the length as I could have watched much more.
Published 2 months ago by Mollymop
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