Balto
Part Dog. Part Wolf. All Hero.
Overview
An outcast half-wolf risks his life to prevent a deadly epidemic from ravaging Nome, Alaska.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Balto is based on the 1925 serum run to Nome, Alaska, where diphtheria antitoxin was transported by dog sled relay across 674 miles to save the town from an epidemic. While Balto is celebrated in the film, it was actually Togo who ran the longest and most dangerous leg of the journey, a fact often overlooked.
- Inspirational story of courage and determination based on a real-life event.
- Appealing animation style that captures the harsh beauty of the Alaskan wilderness.
- Well-developed characters, especially Balto, who overcomes prejudice and self-doubt.
- Exciting and suspenseful plot that keeps you engaged throughout the journey.
Fun Facts
- Kevin Bacon voiced Balto. This was one of his few voice-acting roles.
- The character of Steele is loosely based on another lead sled dog named Steele who was part of the 1925 serum run. Steele was known to be a more boastful and competitive dog.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Part Dog. Part Wolf. All Hero."
Italiano
IT
Title:
"La sua storia è diventata leggenda. La sua avventura non la dimenticherete mai."
Français
FR
Title: Balto : Chien-loup, héros des neiges
"Son histoire est devenue une légende."
Nederlands
NL
Title: Balto
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Pусский
RU
Title: Балто
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svenska
SE
Title: Balto
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Reviews
Balto is an a underrated treasure with memorable characters, endearing moments, howling humor, and canine villainy/heroism that rivals movies from Disney's golden-age. You'll be rooting for the literal underdog throughout while all of the supporting characters add to the charm. It's a top-tier family movie that has zero foul language and zero religious slurs, with the only near-miss being when one character says "Son of a...", leaving the phrase unfinished. If you like a good sled-dog movie, this is one of the best!
Oscar Awards
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Nominations
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