When Seabiscuit was first released to theaters, I had absolutely no desire to see it whatsoever. The three girls in my family who had read the book were adamantly for seeing it and insisted we all go. I walked into the theater expecting to be bored for two hours.
But I was sure wrong!!! This movie is the perfect example of a film that has taken an overall boring subject and made it into something extraordinary. Each cast member performs splendidly, and you really feel for each and every one of them. Tobey Maguire's lead performance is nothing short of amazing, especially the bond he creates with the horse. Jeff Brodges and Chris Cooper also turn in excellent work as his owner and trainer, respectively. Also a splendid(and Academy Award-nominated) performance by William H. Macy as the radio DJ Tick Tock McGlaughlin. I truly believe all these performers made4 this movie the best it could have possibly been.
Because Seabiscuit isn't really a racing movie, or a sports movie- it's a beautiful and touching look at how the relationship between this horse and this man could change so many lives, and, ultimately, change America. The last scene still gets tears from me every time.
So, sit back, relax, and keep some tissues ready. This movie will have you sitting on the edge of your seat, laughing out loud, and even tearing up. Truly a very good film.
Jay Addison
But I was sure wrong!!! This movie is the perfect example of a film that has taken an overall boring subject and made it into something extraordinary. Each cast member performs splendidly, and you really feel for each and every one of them. Tobey Maguire's lead performance is nothing short of amazing, especially the bond he creates with the horse. Jeff Brodges and Chris Cooper also turn in excellent work as his owner and trainer, respectively. Also a splendid(and Academy Award-nominated) performance by William H. Macy as the radio DJ Tick Tock McGlaughlin. I truly believe all these performers made4 this movie the best it could have possibly been.
Because Seabiscuit isn't really a racing movie, or a sports movie- it's a beautiful and touching look at how the relationship between this horse and this man could change so many lives, and, ultimately, change America. The last scene still gets tears from me every time.
So, sit back, relax, and keep some tissues ready. This movie will have you sitting on the edge of your seat, laughing out loud, and even tearing up. Truly a very good film.
Jay Addison