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If I Could Ride

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A young girl's dream is to ride horses, but she can't because of a disability. She meets Bridget, the reigning equestrian champion, who suffers an injury, and asks her to compete in her place at the next competition. As she goes through physical therapy and begins training, the two girls must come together to learn the importance of friendship, family, following your dreams, and never giving up.
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Jennifer Borget Common Sense Media It takes nearly two and a half hours to tell a story that could have been told in much less time, which might cause a younger audience to lose interest before they get to the end. Rated: 3/5 Apr 12, 2023 Full Review Andrew Stover Film Threat The film is an inspiring and satisfying tale of friendship, courage, and horses, and will keep the whole family entertained. Rated: 7/10 Apr 11, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Kary J This movie is 2.5 hours of my life I can’t get back. The plot and message had so much potential, but that is where it ended. Jodie’s mom appear to be all of 15, at first I actually thought it was supposed to be her sister. The details were a joke to put it kindly. The hospital had patio chairs as seating and oxygen tubing with no equipment, the acting was sub par, and we would have been better off with a highschool camera crew for how shaky and awkward the videography was. It was like a train wreck I couldn’t stop watching. The coloring of parts of the movie were also very off, probably failing at an artistic style.the audio didn’t always match up either which is even more awkward because this is an American made movie and not a voiceover/dubbed one. I cannot believe they’re are being allowed to make a second one. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/23/24 Full Review Kristin D Story could have been cute, but so much was so unbelievable. Jodis mom looked about 15, the one time I have ever seen a person typecast older than age,.my guess she was maybe 15 playing someone who was supposed to be 30s... They tried to make the shots all arty instead they made you sea sick... And the alcoholic mother was every bad acting part you could think of . The whole movie was more bad community theater, than a good movie Rated 1 out of 5 stars 07/06/24 Full Review Harley R I give it a 3, the story behind it is beautiful, while also drug out. But, the filming is horrible and the mother and daughter look like they are both teenagers. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 06/06/24 Full Review Shanda A This movie was such a beautiful movie. There were so many heart warming moments about friendship and never giving up on your dreams. Alexis Arnold did a fantastic job playing Jodie Davis! Highly recommend! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/10/23 Full Review Ranny L I really enjoyed If I Could Ride's message. The plot is very fascinating and compelling and is cleverly written. The characters are all teenagers that are going through struggles, physically and mentally. The storyline follows a girl with a mobility disability who wishes she could ride horses. Another girl who is an outstanding rider gets hurt and the two girls start a friendship because they are both injured. It asks the question, "Who will step in to cover for the champion rider?" There is more to this movie than a horse competition – the plot left me on the edge of my seat and the emotions of the girls are very relatable, especially for teenagers. The main characters are Jolie (Alexis Arnold), Bridget (Eva Igo) and Coach Jimmy (Tom Vera). Jodie has a back disability and Bridget is a champion rider, coached by Jimmy. They are all entwined in an intricate storyline that is well-planned and intriguing. The sets and locations stay true to the plot, as the action takes place mostly in the stable or the arena. My favorite part is when Jodie becomes strong enough to ride a horse. The look on her face is heartwarming and it's rewarding to see her develop the strength and courage to ride. Sometimes, the lighting and the sound are a bit off and the camerawork is shaky at times, all of which are unsettling. The film's message is that friends and family are extremely important. They'll always be there for you throughout hardships and we see that between Bridget and Jolie. It's also about following your passions, especially when they make you happy. It promotes overcoming challenges and reminds us that we are capable of pursuing our dreams. I give If I Could Ride 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18. By Sydney S., KIDS FIRST! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/07/23 Full Review Jo C Inspiring movie about hope, determination and a splash of kindness. Encourages people to never give up on your dreams no matter what your situation is. A very uplifting story with beautiful Vermont scenery to enjoy. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/25/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A young girl's dream is to ride horses, but she can't because of a disability. She meets Bridget, the reigning equestrian champion, who suffers an injury, and asks her to compete in her place at the next competition. As she goes through physical therapy and begins training, the two girls must come together to learn the importance of friendship, family, following your dreams, and never giving up.
Director
Shawn Welling
Producer
Don Miller, Shawn Welling
Screenwriter
Nathan Carliner Goldman, Robert Jauregui
Distributor
Vision Films
Production Co
Welling Films
Genre
Kids & Family, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 4, 2023
Runtime
2h 22m
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