The Return of October

A gentle, old-fashioned comedy that charms with its earnest belief in reincarnation and underdog horse-racing spirit.

Directed by

Joseph H. Lewis

Genres

Comedy

Starring

Glenn Ford, Terry Moore, Albert Sharpe

Overview

A wholesome girl believes her new racehorse, October, is the reincarnation of her favorite uncle, Willie.

How it feels

Whimsical, warm, light and earnest. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Family, grief, identity, betrayal

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

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

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