The Black Stallion [Criterion Collection] [Blu-ray] [1979]
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Description
Features
New, restored 4K digital transfer, supervised by Director of Photography Caleb Deschanel, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
Five short films by Director Carroll Ballard, with new introductions by the filmmaker: Pig! (1965), The Perils of Priscilla (1969), Rodeo (1969), Seems Like Only Yesterday (1971), and Crystallization (1974)
New conversation between Ballard and film critic Scott Foundas
New interview with Deschanel
New piece featuring Mary Ellen Mark discussing her photographs from the film's set
Trailer
Plus: An essay by film critic Michael Sragow
Director
- Carroll Ballard
Writers
- Jeanne Rosenberg
- Melissa Mathison
- William D. Wittliff
Cast
- Kelly RenoAlec Ramsey
- Mickey RooneyHenry Dailey
- Teri GarrAlec's Mother
- Clarence MuseSnoe
- Hoyt AxtonAlec's Father
- Michael HigginsNeville
- Ed McNamaraJake
- Doghmi LarbiThe Arab
- John BurtonJockey
- John BuchananJockey
- Kristen VigardBecky
- Fausto TozziRescue Captain
Crew
- Fred RoosProducer
- Tom SternbergProducer
- Caleb DeschanelCinematographer
- Carmine CoppolaComposer (Music Score)
- Shirley WalkerComposer (Music Score)
- Robert DalvaEditor
- Aurelio CrugnolaArt Director
- Francis Ford CoppolaExecutive Producer
- Steve MaslowSound/Sound Designer
- Doug ClaybourneFirst Assistant Director
- Jesse WayneStunts
- Vic RamosCasting
- Alan SpletSupervising Sound Editor
Details
- GenreAction and Adventure,Adventure,Childrens and Family
- SubgenreAnimal Picture,Family-Oriented Adventure
- TitleThe Black Stallion
- Countries ProducedUnited States
- Duration117 minutes
- Year of Release1979
- Product TagsBlu-ray, Criterion Collection
- FormatBlu-ray
- Program TypeMovie
- Aspect Ratio1.85:1
- LanguageEnglish
- SubtitlesEnglish
- StudioCriterion
Other
- Product NameThe Black Stallion [Criterion Collection] [Blu-ray] [1979]
- UPC715515151115
Customer rating
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 32 reviews
(32 Reviews)Search
Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Black Stallion A Great Movie to Watch
|Posted .The Black Stallion DVD is a wonderful Christmas Gift Choice for my grandson. I saw this movie several times and am thrilled that Best Buy offered this purchase at such a reasonable price. The story of this young boy and the affection and awe that he and the horse had together was simply marvelous. Very touching movie to watch with some other great actors in it such as Mickey Rooney. Would greatly recommend this purchase to anyone who wants to watch a heartwarming story.
This review is from The Black Stallion [DVD] [1979]
I would recommend this to a friendRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Wonderful for ALL AGES
|Posted .I would recommend this to a friendThis is such a wonderful film for all ages; the rare "children's film" that's as serious as any adult fare. Criterion has met their usual high standards for crystal clear picture and sound, and the timeless story is one everyone can enjoy. Highly recommended.
Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Good 70s kids adventure movie
|Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This fun movie is one of the director’s best films
This review is from The Black Stallion [Criterion Collection] [DVD] [1979]
I would recommend this to a friendRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Loved the movie
|Posted .I had seen this movie previously and wanted my 8 year old grandson to see it. It was on on-demand one evening and I taped at my home. He saw it and loved it so I ordered his copy for him to take home and watch with his parents. It is wholesome, beautifully photographed, and is about a very special relationship between a boy and this lovely wild arabian stallion who were marooned on an island.
This review is from The Black Stallion [DVD] [1979]
I would recommend this to a friendRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Best quality print on Criterion Bluray!
|Posted .I would recommend this to a friendAt first I was skeptical after owning the MGM DVD and a couple of other video transfers over the years. The picture transfer is better than I expected. For a picture shot on film more than 20 years ago - you would expect plenty of graininess. The only grain I could detect were typical in night time exposures. Well worth the purchase - the sound and music score make this one of the better purchases for a classic film that stands the test of time. Well done!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Good feeling film for young and old alike ...
|Posted .I defy anyone who can walk away after viewing "The Black Stallion" without a smile on their face. The cinematography is superb, Rooney and Reno are outstanding and perfectly matched. I own few movies these days, but BS is a must have in anyone's collection. I gave my original to my grand-daughter for her last birthday. Cheers!
This review is from The Black Stallion [Criterion Collection] [DVD] [1979]
I would recommend this to a friendRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Superb Cinematography!
|Posted .I remember watching this film when I was 8 years old and this movie captured my heart between a boy and a black stallion. There was hardly any dialog in the film but it didn't matter, because the bond between the boy and the horse speaks from the heart, and the Cinematography and the musical score was exceptional! Highly recommended!
This review is from The Black Stallion [Blu-ray] [1979]
I would recommend this to a friendRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Quintessential Family film
|Posted .I would recommend this to a friendWhat a beautiful film! Gorgeous cinematography and touching. A perfect film to watch across the generations. Some scary imagery early in the film
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