Amazing Racer

A gentle, earnest underdog story about healing through caring for an animal, with simple emotions and a predictable but comforting arc.

Directed by

Frank E. Johnson

Genres

Family

Starring

Julianne Michelle, Daryl Hannah, Michael Madsen

Overview

After the sudden death of her father leaves a teenage girl without a family, she becomes lost in her own anger and sadness. Her family doctor informs her that her father had a secret, that the mother she never knew was alive and well. When she travels to meet her, she befriends a horse trainer and discovers that in caring for the horse, she is able to overcome her hardships and emotional trauma. Together they begin to win many races and upset the favorites, owned by an egocentric mogul . Through the victories and new friendships she forms, she learns to find her way back to happiness.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm and earnest. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Grief, healing, family, found family

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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