Bozeman Magazine

1979, 1 hr 58 min, rated G 

When young Alec Ramsey becomes shipwrecked on a remote island with a magnificent wild Arabian stallion, a rare friendship is born. Their bond carries them from the sea’s edge back to civilization — and into the most thrilling horse race of their lives.

Why come see this film?

• Recognized by critics for its gorgeous cinematography and emotional heart, The Black Stallion holds an 84 Metascore (“Universal acclaim” ) and a 90%+ rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

• Esteemed film-critics call its first hour “one of the great filmgoing experiences.”

• Shot by cinematographer Caleb Deschanel, the film is a visual feast that trusts quiet, powerful imagery over exposition.

• A genuinely family-friendly story with universal appeal: brave boy, majestic horse, survival, triumph.

• It’s more than nostalgia: it’s a film that reminds us of the magic of cinema, nature, and friendship.

Bring your family, bring your friends, and come ready to be swept away by a story of courage, beauty, and connection. The big screen is waiting.