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I thought this was a nice movie about family life and growing up, nothing indecent and no bad language that I can recall picking up on. I purchased this movie as a gift for someone that is a real animal lover. I know some people in other reviews worried about explaining euthanasia of the dogs to their children but I think it's something they need to know about and be aware that this really happens in this world and I feel this would be a good teaching moment for the child to learn that they can make a difference when they decide to stand up for something. I did think the acting was kinda weak for an adult viewer, these aren't major celebrities here, and yes maybe that of a made-for-tv movie, but that it was still well done and heartfelt. I felt it had a good storyline with a tear-jerking happy ending. I liked it.

This is a great movie for helping kids understand that animals are not to be mistreated, disposed of like old property, and to be valued and treated well. It also demonstrates that you can't be too young to become an animal advocate. I've volunteered at a local animal shelter for 7 years and wished I had an opportunity to start when I was much younger so I could have done much more to help animals.

I just finished watching this incredible movie and I loved every moment of it! Amazing acting, heart touching story. A perfect family movie. It is a must see or you will miss out on a movie that will deeply touch your heart!

I bought this to watch with my 6-year old daughter, who is mature for her age and horse crazy. I say that because this movie is NOT appropriate for the youngest of this genre's audience. I am glad she did not understand most of it. The theme of death permeates the entire movie... The main character's mother dies in a frightening scene before the opening credits have even run. 2 years later her dad (the local dog catcher) rounds up 17 cats from a grief-stricken old woman only to find out there is no room at the shelter for the cats. The shelter manager's proposed solution to this? Euthanize 17 existing animals to make room! It gets worse. After setting free all of the animals in the pound, Belle is sent to grandfather's horse farm for an "attitude adjustment." As we quickly learn, animals are expendible to Grandpa. On Belle's first day at the farm, we learn that one of Grandpa's prize fillies have suffered a torn suspensory ligament. Now, this is not a broken leg and it is pointed out that this horse earned a lot of money for the farm. Her reward? You guessed it - euthanasia. The fact that she is not "dog food" and merits interrment in the farm graveyard is supposed to make everyone feel better. As I said, death irreparably darkens this movie. A litter of puppies born "imperfect" sentenced to death in the local river... Neighborhood dogs dying back in Belle's home town for no apparent reason. No wonder poor Belle actually thought her father euthanized her mother! It is all too much for this supposedly family-friendly film. The fact that all is not as it seems and the movie gallops furiously to a feel good finish is simply too little too late. I was left feeling depressed and glad it was over... And that my daughter lost interest very early on.

This movie is excellent. Having several friends with young children I hear all the time that there arent any family films that arent animated, and that they have a tough time finding live action films that the whole family can watch. This is one.

It has a great message behind it and is beautifully shot, beautifully acted. I'd recommend it to any one with kids or anyone wanting a film that will make them feel good afterwards.

This is a great movie for a family to watch together.

Viven Cardone gives a fantastic performance as a troubled
girl who learns the universal truth, that being of value
to someone, is being of value to yourself.

It will be fun to watch as her career develops.

Peter Boyle was excellent and perfectly cast as a man
nearing the end of his life who has a big heart and a
lot of experience.

The story was a good one and will cause everyone who
watches it to think about how we treat animals.

This movie is truly inspiring and true. Yes, it had dark elements, but the elements are presented in a way that you can relate to in everyday life and great for the entire family. The movie was shot in Kansas City (which is in Missouri!) and hopefully this paves the way for more and more films to be created in this beautiful city. I travel a lot and you'd be surprised how many people believe the main Kansas City is actually in Kansas...there is a Kansas City, Kansas in actuality...but it's very, very small in comparison. How 'bout that...a little geographic lesson in a movie review. Much like many life lessons in this movie...buy it today!

Iwould recommend this as an excellent family movie emphasizing relationships and strains within families and the love and devotion to all creatures small and large. Beautifully. filmed with a group of talented performers and a final act for Peter Boyle.

Saw this movie and thought it would be a wonderful birthday gift. It was nicely packaged and arrived in great condition.

I throughly enjoyed watching this movie with my family. It was a very clean and refreshing video (something that is becoming increasingly harder to find).Highly Recomended but for the guys it may be a bit Chick Flickish but still worth the time to watch.