The Devil's Horse
The Devil's Horse

The Devil's Horse

1975Movie88 minSpanish

Highly convoluted Mexican concoction involving the titular 'Devil's Horse' and a violent son brought back to life, courtesy of the aforementioned Devil who begins straight away to be even more violent then before, this time extending his violence to women and animals.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Harley CokelissGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the Second World War, the film follows a British pilot who crashes behind enemy lines and must navigate the dangerous terrain and the suspicious locals to reach safety. He encounters a young woman who aids him, but their alliance is fraught with peril and moral ambiguity.

Critical Reception

The Devil's Horse received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and performances, others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences generally found it to be a serviceable war drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty portrayal of wartime survival.
  • Some found the plot to be a bit thin and predictable.
  • Performances were generally considered solid, particularly from the lead.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this older film, making a specific summary difficult.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the UK, with much of the outdoor footage capturing the bleak beauty of the British countryside to stand in for war-torn Europe.

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