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What a cracking little film! I was not expecting this to be so great. <em>'The Littlest Horse Thieves'</em> is a highly touching and well paced film from 1976, it's one of Disney's best live-action offerings up until this point in time. ...
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The Littlest Horse Thieves
1976
Movie
104 min
English
When the owner of a Yorkshire coal-mine decides to mechanize to increase profits, the mine's pit ponies are scheduled to be destroyed. So, three children plan to steal them to keep them safe. But when they're caught, it's up to the mine owners and the miners themselves to decide what's right.
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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Charles Jarrott•Genres: Family, Adventure, Drama
Plot Summary
Three orphaned children living in a Pennsylvania mining town during the Great Depression discover that their beloved horse racetrack is to be sold to a ruthless businessman. They embark on a daring plan to save the track, rallying the townspeople to their cause.
Critical Reception
The film was generally well-received by audiences for its heartwarming story and performances, particularly from the young cast. While not a major critical darling, it was seen as a solid family film that resonated with its themes of hope and community during a challenging historical period.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming depiction of childhood resilience.
Appreciated for its nostalgic portrayal of a bygone era.
Seen as a touching story about overcoming adversity through unity.
Google audience: Audience sentiment suggests appreciation for the film's sentimental and family-friendly nature, evoking nostalgia for its historical setting and themes of perseverance.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'The Sparky'... A Tale of the Great Depression' by Agnes B. Christie.
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