Review of Buck (2011) by Mimi G — 16 Jun 2011

A great film for everyone, not just horse-lovers!

This review of Buck (2011) was written by Mimi G on 16 Jun 2011.

Buck has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Pdw123 (39) on 18 Sep 2016

This documentary is the best ever and a keeper, no matter if you're a horseman or not…

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By Zach S (751) on 17 May 2012

Too much everyday living and not enough interaction with the horses. That is what I wanted to see…

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By Billy F (57) on 03 Oct 2012

A nice movie about a genuine horse whisperer…

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By Allan Hunter (1,486) for Daily Express (UK) (2,141) on 25 Apr 2012

A straightforward film but one in which Brannaman's gift and modesty shine through…

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By Ashley Clark (57) for Little White Lies (3,136) on 25 Apr 2012

Singular in style and impressively reflective of its protagonist's nature. Universal in theme, but may struggle to find a wide audience…

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By Jim L (613) on 03 Nov 2013

The back story on Buck is really compelling…

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By Andrea C (235) on 07 Sep 2015

This movie makes me admire Buck Brannaman not as a horse trainer, but as a person…

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By Alaina P (2) on 25 Apr 2012

Even if Buck is repetitious at points it still manages to be a rich documentation of a man who communicate better with horses than with people…

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By Ben F (715) on 04 Nov 2012

Documentary movie about one of the great horse men. Very insightful and a real watch for a Amy horse lover…

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By Nechama Shana K (2) on 14 Oct 2012

Amazing documentary about Buck the fellow that they based the horse whisper on. Really good story…

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