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Seabiscuit [DVD] [2003]

DVD ~ Tobey Maguire
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  • Actors: Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, Elizabeth Banks, Chris Cooper, David McCullough
  • Directors: Gary Ross
  • Writers: Gary Ross, Laura Hillenbrand
  • Producers: Gary Ross, Allison Thomas, Billy Frank, Frank Marshall, Gary Barber
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Buena Vista
  • DVD Release Date: 23 Feb 2004
  • Run Time: 135 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000UI2Q4
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,590 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Proving that truth is often greater than fiction, the handsome production of Seabiscuit offers a healthy alternative to Hollywood's staple diet of mayhem. With superior production values at his disposal, writer-director Gary Ross (Pleasantville) is a bit too reverent towards Laura Hillenbrand's captivating bestseller, unnecessarily using archival material--and David McCullough's narration--to pay Ken-Burns-like tribute to Hillenbrand's acclaimed history of the knobbly-kneed thoroughbred who "came from behind" in the late 1930s to win the hearts of Depression-weary Americans. That caveat aside, Ross's adaptation retains much of the horse-and-human heroism that Hillenbrand so effectively conveyed; this is a classically styled "legend" movie like The Natural, which was also heightened by a lushly sentimental Randy Newman score. Led by Tobey Maguire as Seabiscuit's hard-luck jockey, the film's first-rate cast is uniformly excellent, including William H Macy as a wacky trackside announcer who fills this earnest film with a much-needed spirit of fun. --Jeff Shannon

DVD Description
A homeless jockey, a millionaire, a washed-up cowboy and a horse named Seabiscuit are the four unlikely heroes who found hope in each other and inspired an entire generation. Tobey Maguire, Academy Award nominee Jeff Bridges and Academy Award winner Chris Cooper star in the critically acclaimed and audience-pleasing Seabiscuit, the triumphant and exhilarating true story about the power of hope and the courage to make dreams come true. Filled with epic action, drama and heart, Seabiscuit will take you on the ride of a lifetime.

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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Seabiscuit, 12 Feb 2004
I am 14 and telling the truth when I say that my mum and dad had to drag me into the cinema by my hair to see this movie. I am into action movies and was too desperate to get to the room that was showing The Matrix Revolutions and see gorge Neo (shhh) than watch a load of soppy rubbish about a horse. Weird, because I came out from seeing Seabiscuit with a smile on my face! It was a really lovely film and funny too. I never cry at movies but it pulled my cold heart strings more than once! One point thought, Tobey Maguire, brilliant as he was, did not suit that hair style and colour. I have red hair myself and was really offensive. Just kidding! I someone told you this film was like The Horse Whisperer, the are wrong. This film isn't as intense and heavy as that. Sorry Matrix-fans, no action here but enjoy it for what Seabiscuit is.
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19 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Heart warming movie, 28 Jan 2004
By Silverfrog (Leeds UK) - See all my reviews
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This is a heart warming movie about a harshly treated thoroughbred Seabiscuit who meets the underprivileged man (Red Pollard - Toby Maguire). They both struggle against all odds and finally rise to fame on the racetrack.

This is a classic movie about the hardship and trials of the underdog and what's more it's gripping. I first saw this movie on a flight and initially was reading a book. I very quickly found myself wanting to know what was going on in the movie and was soon glued to the screen. It is a very emotional film as you follow the hardships of Red and the sorry looking Seabiscuit, but then follow the joy of their success, and fear as they race the famous race winner War Admiral. I really enjoyed this film, which is a bit surprising for me as my usual flick is something like Terminator 3. Despite this, I still found this movie exciting. It's a movie that I would appeal to those who like the 'underdog rise to fame' type movie. It's been nominated for oscars and I can see why. All in all, very enjoyable.

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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Seabiscuit, 7 Jan 2004
By kimberley law (HOLMFIRTH, west yorkshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This film has to be the best I have ever watched, it is sure to bring a tear to your eye. The racehorse that is too small, the jockey that is too big, the trainer that is too old and the owner who is too dumb, will put your emotions into over drive. This is a moving film for anyone not just hrse lovers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Seabiscuit
Seabiscuit [DVD] [2003] This was an excellent film which I bought after reading the book. The film follows the book almost exactly and shares all the relevent sections. Read more
Published 22 hours ago by JP BURFORD

1.0 out of 5 stars Dog meat
That's what I'd have done with it.

Oh my dear God!

You 'll be wanting them to shoot the damn horse within the first 30 minutes so your Mrs doesn't make... Read more
Published 2 months ago by matt 13

1.0 out of 5 stars Forget this and read the book.
I've known the story of Seabiscuit for years and it was the stuff of childhood dreams for me. I heard poor reviews and indifferent reviews when it was on at the cinema so I didn't... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Francesca Cook

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Really pleased My husband just loves this film and watches it time and time again I have now been able to wipe it of the HD Recorder it must have been worn out
Published 4 months ago by M. J. Davie

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED IT!
I got this for Christmas and it is one of the best films I have ever watched. I can see it may not appeal to everyone as some parts are hard to understand but the overall story is... Read more
Published 6 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars You won't be disappointed!
Seabiscuit is a beautiful and heartwarming film if ever there was one- and uplifting at the same time. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Rachael Simpson

5.0 out of 5 stars Seabiscuit
I thought this film was brilliant! I have been riding horses all my life and think this portrays a jockey lifestyle very well. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2007 by D. Gooden

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Americana - terrible name for a horse
If you like Americana and how Americans created the most powerful country in the world though sheer unwavering belief (as the film would have you believe, anyway) then this film... Read more
Published on 30 Dec 2006 by Mezzanine

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't see-biscuit
What a load of dribble. Slow to get going, half of the footage could have been cut in the first half and I realised it could have only have been a true story as it was so boring... Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2006 by Bod

5.0 out of 5 stars Special effects: as if you were there!
If you are a fan of the Black Stallion series (Walter Farley), you’ll love this film. Mr Farley found inspiration for the Black’s character in both Seabiscuit and his... Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2006

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