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Dreamer

Original title: Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story
  • 20052005
  • PGPG
  • 1h 46m
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6.8/10
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Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning in Dreamer (2005)
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Cale Crane catalyzes the rescue and rehabilitation of Sonador, a race horse with a broken leg.Cale Crane catalyzes the rescue and rehabilitation of Sonador, a race horse with a broken leg.Cale Crane catalyzes the rescue and rehabilitation of Sonador, a race horse with a broken leg.
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  • Stars
    • Kurt Russell
    • Dakota Fanning
    • Oded Fehr
    • John Gatins
    • John Gatins
  • Stars
    • Kurt Russell
    • Dakota Fanning
    • Oded Fehr
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 119User reviews
    • 71Critic reviews
    • 59Metascore
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    Oded Fehr in Dreamer (2005)
    Kurt Russell and John Gatins in Dreamer (2005)
    Dakota Fanning and John Gatins in Dreamer (2005)
    Kurt Russell in Dreamer (2005)
    Dakota Fanning in Dreamer (2005)
    Freddy Rodríguez and Dakota Fanning in Dreamer (2005)
    Kris Kristofferson in Dreamer (2005)
    Freddy Rodríguez and Luis Guzmán in Dreamer (2005)
    Freddy Rodríguez in Dreamer (2005)
    Kurt Russell in Dreamer (2005)
    Elisabeth Shue and Kurt Russell in Dreamer (2005)
    Dakota Fanning in Dreamer (2005)

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    Kurt Russell
    Kurt Russell
    • Ben Crane
    Dakota Fanning
    Dakota Fanning
    • Cale Crane
    Oded Fehr
    Oded Fehr
    • Prince Sadir
    Kris Kristofferson
    Kris Kristofferson
    • Pop Crane
    Elisabeth Shue
    Elisabeth Shue
    • Lily
    David Morse
    David Morse
    • Palmer
    Freddy Rodríguez
    Freddy Rodríguez
    • Manolin
    Luis Guzmán
    Luis Guzmán
    • Balon
    Ken Howard
    Ken Howard
    • Bill Ford
    Holmes Osborne
    Holmes Osborne
    • Doc Fleming
    Haithem Badrani
    Haithem Badrani
    • Prince Tariq
    • (as Antonio Albadran)
    John Moyer
    • Security Officer
    Kayren Butler
    • Teacher
    Tommy Barnes
    Tommy Barnes
    • Short Steward
    Frank Hoyt Taylor
    Frank Hoyt Taylor
    • Chairman
    David Shamieh
    • Man at Sadir's Door
    Varkas Everest
    • Prince Sadir's Horseman
    Dick Allen
    • Veteran Gambler
      • John Gatins
      • John Gatins
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Kurt Russell bought Dakota Fanning a real Palamino horse, which she named Goldie.
    • Goofs
      After acquiring the injured horse, Ben is going to take the horse back to his farm. When the truck is shown pulling up to the stable, there is obviously no trailer; however, in the next scenes, the red trailer is shown hooked up to the truck.
    • Quotes

      [last lines]

      Cale Crane: You are a great champion. When you ran, the ground shook, the sky opened and mere mortals parted. Parted the way to victory, where you'll meet me in the winner's circle, where I'll put a blanket of flowers on your back.

    • Connections
      Featured in Celebrated: Kurt Russell (2015)
    • Soundtracks
      Dreamer
      Written by Bethany Dillon and Ed Cash

      Performed by Bethany Dillon

      Bethany Dillon appears courtesy of Sparrow Records

      By Arrangement with EMI Film & TV Music

    User reviews119

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    10/10
    Dreamer - A Delightful Story - Delightful Film
    My wife and I saw this movie today, and were very happy to have spent the time and the emotion.

    This is a heartwarming experience for virtually any viewer with a soul. Far beyond a simple story about a horse, this film delves in to multi-generational relationships and human frailty. In its relatively short time duration, the film depicted a great deal of real life.

    Dakota Fanning is a remarkable actor. It is almost frightening to see someone of her tender years with such screen presence and ability to deliver a range of emotion so convincingly. If only the film industry will refrain from corrupting her - and her support group helps to keep her "real" - she will undoubtedly evolve into an excellent adult performer.

    Kurt Russell is a perennial favorite of ours. We both commented on the joy of watching the growth of his career and ability from his child roles of Disney films through his present "mature" stage of career. Whether a husband and father in "Dreamer" or a dysfunctional husband and brother in "Backdraft, he is enjoyable to watch.

    Kris Kristofferson as a crusty old horse person with a huge, warm heart, was a nice addition to the film. We have long acknowledge that his acting talent far exceeds his musical prowess.

    Last, but not least, there is Elisabeth Shue. Since "Adventures in Babysitting," we have enjoyed her performances. She is beautiful, charming, adept, versatile and willing to take professional risks. It is unfortunate that the film industry does not provide her more good roles for someone of her abilities.

    It is pleasing that "Dreamer" - and films of its style - are made. Such entertainment vehicles support a means to keep families bonded. "Dreamer" is a great way for families to spend a couple of hours together.

    Don't hesitate to see this film. Open your heart, connect your soul to your brain, and enjoy yourself!
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    • mls-11
    • Oct 27, 2005

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    • Release date
      • October 21, 2005 (United States)
      • United States
      • Dreamworks
      • Official site (Russia)
      • English
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    • Filming locations
      • Keeneland Racetrack - 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, Kentucky, USA
    • Production companies
      • Dreamworks Pictures
      • Hyde Park Entertainment
      • Tollin/Robbins Productions
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    • 1 hour 46 minutes
      • Color
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS

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