Rent Black Beauty (1978)
3.7 of 5 from 48 ratings
3h 48min
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- Synopsis:
- "Black Beauty" is the story of a handsome and spirited horse who leads a turbulent life at the hands of his many owners. He serves masters both kind and cruel in a tale of friendship, abuse, betrayal and redemption. Anna Sewell's only novel was a huge success when it was first published in 1877, its exposure of the rough handling of horses led to a change in people's attitude towards the treatment of animals. Horse lovers of all ages will be captivated by this hugely popular and heartwarming literary classic in this five part TV adaptation.
- Actors:
- Edward Albert, Peter Breck, Eileen Brennan, Lonny Chapman, Ken Curtis, Don Defore, William Devane, Jack Elam, Mel Ferrer, Farley Granger, Clu Gulager, Van Johnson, Diane Ladd, Zohra Lampert, Martin Milner
- Directors:
- Daniel Haller
- Producers:
- Ben Bishop
- Writers:
- Peter S. Fischer, Anna Sewell
- Aka:
- Black Beauty: The Complete Story
- Studio:
- Medium Rare
- Genres:
- Children & Family, TV Action & Adventure, TV Classics, TV Dramas
- Collections:
- 21 Reasons to Love, 21 Reasons to Love... Ingmar Bergman, Children & Family, Children's Books On Screen: Family Classics & YA
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Reviews (1) of Black Beauty
Charming American Version - Black Beauty review by CP Customer
The great heart-tugging story by Anna Sewell of the life of a loved horse in good times and bad is in this version set, instead of England as the original, in the eastern United States in the 1890s. It is not to be confused with the earlier British TV version. However, the essence of the story is well captured and few horse lovers will not shed a tear. The cast is extensive and it is generally well acted, particularly by Black Beauty himself, even if the star on his head is chalked on. And Ginger is played incorrectly by a grey. It is authorised for educational use, and would hence suit children as well as adults. It shows its age technically, in 4:3 format and somewhat deteriorated picture quality. Runs over 3 DVDs.
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