This is an amazing film, that I have always wished they would make, about the true story of the greatest race horse (and one of the greatest athletes) of all-time. It stars Diane Lane as Penny, Secretariat's owner, and John Malkovich as Lucien, the horse trainer. It takes you through the journey of Secretariat as he handles the doubt surrounding his ability to win the Triple Crown.
The film is funny, but serious where it needs to be. It gives a very realistic feeling of the story. The movie presents us with beautiful messages that don't feel honey-dipped at all. Diane Lane does an excellent job, as does Malkovich and the rest of the cast. You get the feel of the era in this film, as it is written as though it was made in the 1970s itself.
There's not much else to say about this film except tell you to see it. It's the best Disney sports related film since Remember the Titans.
Overall Grade: A+
-Ethan Brehm
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