Review of Hidalgo (2004) by Jason T — 02 Jun 2008

I like this movie from Viggo straight off L.O.T.R.

This review of Hidalgo (2004) was written by Jason T on 02 Jun 2008.

Hidalgo has generally received positive reviews.

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Ultimately, Hidalgo falls down due to a neglect of basic story elements -- anonymous villains, a hero with no clear goal other than money,…

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By Lawrence Toppman (1,654) for Charlotte Observer (1,670) on 30 Jul 2015

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By Aaron G (813) on 18 Jul 2016

Good movie I think it's cool but it's not the best movie…

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This film has several points of interest. To begin, remember the importance of the horse to the man. The horse is truly our best friend…

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By Ethan L (615) on 22 Jun 2014

Aight here's the deal, my boy Viggo gotta see a man about a horse. Basically he not even playin I mean what you think Viggo play for…

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By William R (799) on 03 May 2015

One big tribute to Indiana Jones, Lawrence of Arabia, The Mummy and The Great Race, this Horse story is too long for it's own good but worth…

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By Kurtiss K (105) on 17 Jan 2015

The cinematography is fantastic, and Mortensen does a commendable job despite a lackluster script that focuses too much on epic and not enough…

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By Kirk Honeycutt (1,481) for The Hollywood Reporter (7,050) on 12 Nov 2014

There is enough compelling adventure, awesome cinematography and dynamic stunt work involving horses to keep one entertained by Hidalgo…

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