Casey's Shadow

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Summary: A horseowner's comments
Review: I haven't seen this movie for several years now. But my recollection is that it's wonderfully produced and directed, full of good humor and the thoroughly entertaining and believable Walter Matthau style. It just all comes together as a great entertainment package for any viewer, but especially for lovers of horses.

Some of the same kinds of accolades could be given to The Horse Whispere, which I am about to purchase on DVD, except for one thing. I know a lot of horse owners who have been disappointed by that production, feeling it falls short on its attention to the communication that is possible between horses and people, concentrating more on the "love story" plot. But my experience has been that all horses owners who have seen Casey's Shadow thought it was absolutely terrific.

I am still waiting for a re-issue of Casey's Shadow on DVD,

Rating:
Summary: A horseowner's comments
Review: I haven't seen this movie for several years now. But my recollection is that it's wonderfully produced and directed, full of good humor and the thoroughly entertaining and believable Walter Matthau style. It just all comes together as a great entertainment package for any viewer, but especially for lovers of horses.

Some of the same kinds of accolades could be given to The Horse Whispere, which I am about to purchase on DVD, except for one thing. I know a lot of horse owners who have been disappointed by that production, feeling it falls short on its attention to the communication that is possible between horses and people, concentrating more on the "love story" plot. But my experience has been that all horses owners who have seen Casey's Shadow thought it was absolutely terrific.

I am still waiting for a re-issue of Casey's Shadow on DVD,

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Summary: one of my all time favorites
Review: I saw this movie for the first time over ten years ago. It is a wonderful story about a family without a mother and how all they have is each other. Mathau does a wonderful job of portraying the overbearing father who wants his one more shot at fame, no matter who he hurts. This movie is actually based on a jockey who still races today! If you enjoy horses, family, and the thrill of almost having it all, this movie is for you. Enjoy!

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Summary: A real overlooked gem
Review: Lloyd Bourdelle (Walter Matthau) is a penniless Cajun horse trainer who raises Quarterhorses on his bayou ranch. He's aided by his three sons: Business-minded Buddy (Andrew A. Rubin); talented jockey Randy (Steve Burns); and 7-year-old Casey (Michael Hershewe). When one of the Bourdelle's mares gives birth to a special colt called Casey's Shadow after the bond the foal and the boy immediately share, the family's fortunes turn. When the chestnut, blaze-faced colt grows up, he's taken to Ruidoso, New Mexico to race in the prestigious All-American Futurity. High drama is in the air when Casey's Shadow gets hurt before the big race: With Lloyd's eyes on the prize, will the colt be forced to race in spite of his injuries? And what about the rich man who wants to buy Shadow - will Casey be able to part with his dream horse? And what about those unscrupulous types who want to stop the speedy stallion from running in the Futurity? You'll just have to see it find out! Packs an emotional punch, is well-acted, funny, and entertaining.

Staci Layne Wilson
Author of Staci's Guide to Animal Movies


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Summary: An all time underated film
Review: Matthau is perfect for the part of the grizzled, Louisiana horse trainer. The story has a deeper insight that a lot of people don't realize. I use this in my classroom and at the end ask the students what would you have done? We all, whether we admit it or not dream of our one moment of glory. The question is how far would we go to have it. This movie gives an excellent example of this as well as being a great film for lovers of horses, racing, or Walter Matthau. Funny yet insightful.

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Summary: One of the best horse movies ever made
Review: The "Rocky" of all horse movies. For those of us who dreamed of being the best but never had the money or the chance Casey's Shadow is as close as it gets. An excellent family movie but Walter Matthau says a lot of cuss words. Best oneliner from the movie, "I'd sell my private parts for medical research before I went on welfare." (Or something like that.) It's a great movie!!

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Summary: One of the best horse movies ever made
Review: The "Rocky" of all horse movies. For those of us who dreamed of being the best but never had the money or the chance Casey's Shadow is as close as it gets. An excellent family movie but Walter Matthau says a lot of cuss words. Best oneliner from the movie, "I'd sell my private parts for medical research before I went on welfare." (Or something like that.) It's a great movie!!

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Summary: Finally a movie for Quarter Horse people
Review: This is my favorite horse movie. It shows that Quarter Horses are the common man's horse. Even though the movie is fiction, it shows that Quarter Horses can take you from the backyard to greatness. I feel a lot of pride as a Quarter Horse owner when I watch this movie.