PG-13

The Horse Whisperer

1998 • 169 min • Adventure · Drama · Romance

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Synopsis

The mother of a severely traumatized daughter enlists the aid of a unique horse trainer to help the girl's equally injured horse.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

1209 reviews

69 Audience · 1209 · 100%

A mother brings her traumatized daughter and injured horse to a skilled "horse whisperer" in rural Montana. There, they begin a journey of healing, facing emotional challenges and navigating complex relationships amidst a beautiful ranch setting.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 4/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

A serious riding accident is depicted with lasting impact
Themes of marital strain and an implied affair
Some emotional intensity related to loss and recovery

What it models well

Empathy and understanding
Healing and recovery
Resilience and perseverance
Connecting with nature

Talk about it after

The complexities of family loyalty
Different ways to cope with grief and trauma
The role of compassion in healing

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