Why the long tale?

The Horse Whisperer (1998)

Adapted from the novel of the same name this film is directed by and stars Robert Redford with support from Kirstin Scott Thomas as well as a young Scarlett Johansson. After a serious road accident in which her best friend is killed a young girl and her horse need help healing.

Undoubtedly the best part of this film is the excellent cinematography and stunning scenery, Redford's prior training as an artist really shows through and helps make this film look amazing. The plot itself is not especially impressive, covering the ground you would expect it to without getting overly melodramatic or in depth. Weighing in at nearly three hours long though this film takes a really long time to tell a simple story, it might not feel like it drags but I think you could cut about an hour off the length of this film with ease and it would not have any real affect.

3/5