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Black Beauty is a 1971 British drama film directed by James Hill and based on Anna Sewell's 1877 novel of the same name. It is the fourth feature film adaptation of Anna Sewell's story. Lionel Bart provided the rousing score.
Apr 16, 1971 · Drama Family Western. Evan's son Joe receives Black Beauty stallion. After Evan's death, new owner mistreats animals. Black Beauty sold to circus after card game. Joe attempts to reclaim stallion from circus. Director. James Hill. Writers. Anna Sewell.
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- Drama, Family, Western
- James Hill
- 1971-04-16
All things considered, Black Beauty leads quite a life, for a horse. She grows up as the best pal of a boy named Joe. She's taken away by a drunken young squire, but he is killed one night and she escapes into the hands of gypsies.
Based on the all-time favorite novel by Anna Sewell, Black Beauty is a lyrical tale of the friendship and understanding between a young boy and his colt. Joe Evans and Black Beauty are parted and before their reunion, Beauty passes from owner to owner as a race horse, circus performer, military...
- James Hill
- Mark Lester
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).
Black Beauty (1971) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Directed by James Hill. The all-new motion picture about the most beloved story of our time! Anna Sewell’s classic 1877 novel beautifully comes to life in this family drama set in England.
