This film has occupied a "I'll have to see this one day" space in my brain for nearly two decades; basically since I I saw that Roger Ebert ranked it ahead of Raging Bull for best film of 1980.
I was 10 when my dad took me to see this movie in 79. I did not have the patience for it then (needed more droids!)and have not revisited it since. Reading your words made me immediately add it to my wish list for the next sale. I think its time for me to give the film a real chance. Thanks for this and mentioning Cinema Paradiso, another blind spot for me I will be seeking out.
I also saw this movie when I was 9 and it really was a great experience! Snuck out of a church outing to the Jesus movie to see this instead, definitely made the better choice there.
I have not seen The Black Stallion. Therefore I cannot confirm or deny your claim. (Your record suggests your right, however.)
Since you did say "one of the greatest" , and since this is a comments section, I would like to add to the list: My Neigbor Totoro. I can't add anything that Roger Ebert didn't say in his 1993 review.
This film has occupied a "I'll have to see this one day" space in my brain for nearly two decades; basically since I I saw that Roger Ebert ranked it ahead of Raging Bull for best film of 1980.
Maybe I'll actually watch it one day...
I watched the Criterion release with my 7yo a couple of months ago, projected on our 10 foot screen. Mesmerized us both.
I was 10 when my dad took me to see this movie in 79. I did not have the patience for it then (needed more droids!)and have not revisited it since. Reading your words made me immediately add it to my wish list for the next sale. I think its time for me to give the film a real chance. Thanks for this and mentioning Cinema Paradiso, another blind spot for me I will be seeking out.
I also saw this movie when I was 9 and it really was a great experience! Snuck out of a church outing to the Jesus movie to see this instead, definitely made the better choice there.
I have not seen The Black Stallion. Therefore I cannot confirm or deny your claim. (Your record suggests your right, however.)
Since you did say "one of the greatest" , and since this is a comments section, I would like to add to the list: My Neigbor Totoro. I can't add anything that Roger Ebert didn't say in his 1993 review.
https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/great-movie-my-neighbor-totoro-1993
Aaah, s/your right/you're right/