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The Horse

197314mCharles Burnett
IMDb 6.6

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This critically acclaimed 1973 short is about an aristocratic white farming family who has a horse that is being put away, by the father of a young black boy named William. William cares for said horse in its last moments, as the male family members eagerly wait for his dad to arrive.

DramaWestern
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What is The Horse (1973) about?

This critically acclaimed 1973 short is about an aristocratic white farming family who has a horse that is being put away, by the father of a young black boy named William. William cares for said horse in its last moments, as the male family members eagerly wait for his dad to arrive.

Who stars in The Horse?

The Horse stars Gordon Houston (William), Maury Wright (Ray's Boy), Gary Morrin (Walter), Roger Collins (West), George Williams (Lee). The film was directed by Charles Burnett.

How long is The Horse?

The Horse has a runtime of 14 min and premiered in 1973.

Is The Horse worth watching?

The Horse holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of Drama, Western are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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