Review of Phar Lap (1983) by Rachel H — 10 Aug 2007

Have watched this 102 times - cant get enough!

This review of Phar Lap (1983) was written by Rachel H on 10 Aug 2007.

Phar Lap has generally received positive reviews.

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By John R (2,501) on 02 Jan 2009

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By Wanda (5) on 14 May 2008

Excellent true story of what a race horse endures to become the best. Definitely worth renting…

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By ~Christie~ (99) on 25 May 2008

As a horse persom horse movies are usialy ruined for me when the horse facts and terms are changed for the sake of the movie, but I loved it…

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By Mia V (49) on 20 Jan 2008

Haven't seen it since I was a kid and still remember crying my eyes out. I hate horse racing and still love the shit out of this film…

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By Eva W (26) on 19 Jan 2009

I loved it but the begining is so sad I suppose they decided ending the movie with a death would be a real bummer for every1 so they ended…

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By Louisa T (193) on 16 Apr 2008

Horses came into my life and my heart because of this film... We'll always remember you, Far Lap…

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By Samantha H (473) on 27 Sep 2007

Oh my god I LOVE this film, always used to rent it when I was younger. Been trying to find a copy of it for years..still havent, but still want it x…

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By Tood D (3) on 25 Sep 2007

You don't have to be a horse racing enthusiast to enjoy this classic of Australian cinema based on the true story of the legendary champion…

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I cried so hard in this movie, I was embarrassed to leave the theater…

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