Movie spotlight
Wild Hearts
Something of an anomaly, this cornball early Sin City feature is about relatives scheming to get Big Daddy's inheritance as he lies on his deathbed. Line readings are consistently dull, and the portly actor Robert Dunn playing Big Daddy gets to ham it up. Star billling goes to his nurse Tanya Rivers, a hint that she will have more to do in the story than all those greedy relatives. There's no screenplay credit and it stinks. The many sex scenes mix and match cast members and make no sense, just "time for a threesome" or other porno logic at work instead. There's nobody to root for, building to a surprise, very stupid ending. The only point of interest for me was wondering who played the doctor, who is uncredited. He returns at the end with a long recitation scene, and I realized it is Jake Jacobs, the cinematographer (and later actor playing "older man" roles as "Jay Crew").
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Plot Summary
A young woman, haunted by the death of her horse, struggles to find her place and purpose. She finds an unlikely connection with a troubled stable hand and together they must overcome their personal demons and save the stable from financial ruin. Their journey is one of healing, resilience, and the enduring power of the human-animal bond.
Critical Reception
Wild Hearts was a modest family drama that garnered a mixed to positive reception, appreciated for its heartwarming story and uplifting themes. While not a critical darling, it resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and focus on overcoming adversity, making it a suitable watch for younger viewers and families.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its touching story about healing and second chances.
Appreciated for its portrayal of the bond between humans and animals.
Some found the plot predictable but acknowledged its emotional resonance.
Google audience: Audience feedback is limited for this film, but generally, viewers found it to be a sweet and emotional story, particularly enjoying the animal elements and the themes of overcoming personal struggles. It's often described as a good family-friendly movie with a positive message.
Fun Fact
Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, who played the lead role, was already a popular teen idol at the time of the film's release due to her role on the television show 'Saved by the Bell'.
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