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Casey's Shadow (1978)
Director: Martin Ritt
Cast: Walter Matthau, Alexis Smith, Robert Webber, Murray Hamilton
Runtime117 min
RatingPG
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Young Casey comes from a family of racehorse trainers, and his best friend, a foal called Casey's Shadow, may just be a champion.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Casey's Shadow, directed by Martin Ritt in 1978, is a critically acclaimed family drama following a young boy whose close bond with a promising racehorse foal could lead to championship glory. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences, with an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 indicating strong public reception.
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Casey's Shadow from 1978, directed by Martin Ritt, offers a heartwarming family drama centered around a promising young racehorse and the dreams of its trainers. Walter Matthau's compelling performance as the father brings depth and emotion to this story about the bond between a boy and his equine companion.
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Casey's Shadow is a 1978 Metrocolor sports drama film directed by Martin Ritt and starring Walter Matthau. The film is based on an article in The New Yorker by John McPhee. Much of the exterior shooting was done in the city of Carencro, Louisiana, 20 miles north of Lafayette.
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