War Horse(2011)- User Reviews

231 USER REVIEWS
  • star44

    Definitely got my money's worth and it didn't seem as long as expected. Some scenes might be a bit too intense for small children but shouldn't be a problem for older children and young adults. No, I didn't need tissues but I did cheat …more»
  • star55

    Good movie for the year 2011. Well directed.
    It is tough to capture the emotions of a horse, well done spielberg.more»
  • star44

    Spielberg tries to have it both ways: making a war movie that is also a family film. I believe he succeeds, but only if you're willing to expose your kids to the insanity that war is, but without as much gore as others (including Spielberg himself) …more»
  • star55

    This movie is not just about a horse. It's about miracles and healing. It's about the emotions of war and the scars that can come with it. It's about how to handle adversity and the tauntings of others. It's about generosity and kindness. …more»
  • star44

    I read the book first, and while the movie deviates from the original tale here and there, it is a moving representation.

    We follow the main character (Joey-the War Horse) through war-torn Europe during WWI. The animal is gorgeous, as is the horse who …more»
  • star55

    A great movie that shows a beautiful story of a boy and his horse. Nothing, nothing bad to say. Actors were perfectly cast. The horse was phenomenal.more»
  • star33

    This was essentially a fairy tale. The war scenes were brutal and too long. Very hard to watch. The film was wrenching for animal lovers to watch. I know the happy ending was supposed to bring it all together, but it left me feeling sad and depressed. …more»
  • star55

    I went to see this movie because I love horses; having owned three over my life time. I was unaware that horses were used in such a inhumane manor. I highly recommend you take tissues I was crying at the theater and just thinking about it later at home. …more»
  • star55

    The movie was wonderful. As a horse owner I found it credible except for the barbed wire scene. No horse could have survived the cuts inflicted. However, it is a movie.more»

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