I was going through our DVD's over the weeked and ran across Hidalgo. I had forgotten all about this movie, so decided to watch it. What a wonderful film. The horse reminds me of our gelding "Kid". He has the same personality and conformation. Kids father looked a lot like Hidalgo.
The movie is the story of Frank T. Hopkins and his adventurous journey through life with his horse Hidalgo. The end is one of many favorite parts in the movie and I cry like a baby everytime!
Exerpt from the web: An excellent, epic tale. This is not a fast-paced film; rather, think of it as a story unfolding before your eyes, so sit back and enjoy the ride.
There's plenty of adventure along the way, and I shed a few tears as well.
It is a moving narrative.
Viggo Mortensen plays the lead character, Frank T. Hopkins, with aplomb, humor, humility, and spunk. Hidalgo, his painted mustang, plays his part well, also!
Hopkins is a cowboy/Pony Express rider with a heritage that he holds to himself and is revealed in time. Especially heart-wrenching is the Battle of Wounded Knee. More massacre than battle, it had a profound and personal impact on Hopkins' life.
In the legendary 3,000-mile Ocean of Fire race across the sands of the Arabian desert, Hopkins and his horse must face treachery and the cruel desert elements in an endurance race that pushes man and beast to their limits.
If you like horses, adventure, and epic films, this is a movie for you. Expect moments of triumph and humor that make you laugh and cheer, as well as moments of tragedy.
It is a story beautifully told and carefully crafted, though not without mistakes.
The relationship Frank T. Hopkins has with his horse in this movie is especially touching, and is perhaps the highlight of the film.
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