Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story
Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story

Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story

2005Movie106 minEnglish

Ben Crane believes that a severely injured racehorse deserves another chance. He and his daughter Cale adopt the mare and save it from being sacrificed by the owner.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users78%
Director: John GatinsGenres: Drama, Family, Sport

Plot Summary

A devoted father, a former jockey, and a horse trainer, buys a seemingly broken-down mare named Cale, against his father's wishes. His daughter, Cale, nurses the horse back to health, forming a special bond. When Cale recovers, she reveals her champion bloodline, and the family decides to race her in the Breeders' Cup Classic, despite her injury.

Critical Reception

Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story was met with generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its heartwarming story, strong performances, particularly from Dakota Fanning and Kurt Russell, and its emotional appeal as a family-friendly sports drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • A touching and uplifting story with strong performances that resonate with audiences.
  • The film effectively captures the emotional highs and lows of horse racing and family dynamics.
  • Praised for its sincerity and inspirational message, though some found it formulaic.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's inspirational story and emotional depth, finding it a satisfying and heartwarming viewing experience that highlights themes of perseverance and family.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of an injured racehorse named Mariah's Storm, who was bought by trainer Darrell Vienna for his wife, Penny Chenery, and was nursed back to health by their daughter, ultimately winning the Breeders' Cup race.

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