Hidalgo
Unbridled. Unbroken. Unbeaten.
Overview
Set in 1890, this is the story of a Pony Express courier who travels to Arabia to compete with his horse, Hidalgo, in a dangerous race for a massive contest prize, in an adventure that sends the pair around the world...
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Hidalgo plays with the historical narrative of the American West and its relationship with indigenous cultures and equestrian traditions. The film faced criticism for its historical inaccuracies regarding Frank Hopkins' claims and the existence of the Ocean of Fire race, raising questions about the authenticity of the 'based on a true story' label.
- Viggo Mortensen delivers a compelling performance as Frank Hopkins, showcasing his internal conflict and growth throughout the race.
- The film offers stunning visuals of the Arabian desert and the horses, creating a captivating and immersive experience.
- It presents a compelling adventure story with high stakes, combining elements of historical fiction and action.
- The movie explores themes of cultural understanding, respect for tradition, and the clash between Western and Eastern values.
Fun Facts
- The Arabian horses used in the film were specifically chosen for their beauty and athleticism, with many being prize-winning show horses.
- Viggo Mortensen is known for his dedication to his roles, and he reportedly spent a significant amount of time bonding with and riding the horses before and during filming, enhancing his performance.
- The real Frank Hopkins' claims of being the greatest endurance rider and competing in the Ocean of Fire race are heavily debated and largely unsubstantiated by historical evidence.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Unbridled. Unbroken. Unbeaten."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Hidalgo - 3000 Meilen zum Ruhm
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Italiano
IT
Title: Oceano di fuoco - Hidalgo
"La sfida ha inizio. La sopravvivenza è in gioco."
Português
PT
Title: Hidalgo - O Grande Desafio
"Indomado, inquebrado, imbatível."
Türkçe
TR
Title:
"Dizginsiz. Kesintisiz. Yenilmez."
Français
FR
Title: Hidalgo
"Débridé. Intact. Invaincu."
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Reviews
**In an unfamiliar territory, everything's a big challenge.**
The film was inspired by the American legend Frank Hopkins and his horse Hidalgo. They sail across the oceans to the Arabian desert to take part in a race. This adventure tells their new experience in an unknown territory competing with the greatest riders of the region. Alongside a misunderstanding leads to an unexpected confrontation. From there, how they escape and make back to home halfway across the world is the remaining film to disclose.
A different kind of western that takes place in the original timeline of the cowboy culture which is the late 19th century. But the film has only one cowboy, because of where the story sets in. This film came straight after LOTR. Viggo Mortensen was good and his stunts were excellent. The initial parts that commence in America was heartbreaking and I liked the conclusion as well. It reminded me the animation film 'Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron'. Though the film was more about Frank Hopkins and the horse had a good influence on the story as the film title suggests. Long film, but worth it. Surely won't be a waste of time to give it a try.
_7/10_
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