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      Run Wild, Run Free

      G 1969 1h 40m Drama List
      Reviews 86% Fewer than 50 Ratings Audience Score Philip Ransome (Mark Lester) is a young boy who has spent most of his life mute, even though there is nothing wrong with his vocal cords. One day, Philip meets a retiree (John Mills) who understands, even without words, that Philip has a deep connection to nature. Through this new friend, Philip starts training a white colt, forming a deep bond with the animal. When his horse faces grave peril, Philip must find a way to break out of his silence in order to save his beloved companion. Read More Read Less

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      Bernard Drew Gannett News Service You find yourself cheering every advance, and suffering with every setback. This is due in no small part to the performance of Mark Lester. Jul 15, 2019 Full Review Penelope Houston The Spectator The heart of Dartmoor can hardly be heard above the boo-hooing over the animals injured, mislaid or dead. Jul 11, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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      isla s I thought this film was quite touching given the plot/themes. I liked the scenes set in the moors, with some nice shots of the rural landscape and its quite thought provoking, making me wonder what it may be like to be a young child like Philip, who struggles to talk much, or otherwise 'come out of his shell' as people tend to say. I couldn't help but think he was misunderstood. He's well played by Mark Lester. Its quite emotional at times. so you've been warned in that regard. I found this an intriguing and thought provoking film and I'd recommend it on that basis. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review delysid d the exact opposite of the junk that gets made today. from the director of the classic cult movie vanishing point Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/30/21 Full Review Audience Member I have been randomly searching up and watching old movies. I usually dislike old movies and harshly criticise them for the smallest of reasons but this was amazing. You get the opportunity to see life through the perspective of an innocent boy who has difficulties expressing his thoughts and emotions and how he progresses throughout the movie. You will find yourself smiling every time Philip musters the courage to speak. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Philip Ransome (Mark Lester) is a young boy who has spent most of his life mute, even though there is nothing wrong with his vocal cords. One day, Philip meets a retiree (John Mills) who understands, even without words, that Philip has a deep connection to nature. Through this new friend, Philip starts training a white colt, forming a deep bond with the animal. When his horse faces grave peril, Philip must find a way to break out of his silence in order to save his beloved companion.
      Director
      Allen Smithee
      Screenwriter
      David Rook
      Production Co
      Columbia Pictures Corporation
      Rating
      G
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      English (United Kingdom)
      Release Date (DVD)
      Oct 7, 2014
      Runtime
      1h 40m