Movie Description

Black Beauty

(1971)

Overview

Anna Sewell's classic 1877 novel beautifully comes to life in this family drama set in England. Told from the point of view of Black Beauty himself, the story sheds light on the details surrounding the colt's birth and his perception of humans (he has various owners throughout his life). While some owners are compassionate -- none more than Joe Evans (Mark Lester), the boy who first owns the colt.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleBlack Beauty

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1971-04-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 46m

Production CompaniesParamount Pictures,Tigon British Film Productions,Chilton Films,CCC Filmkunst

Genres

  • Drama
  • Family
  • Western