In the words of Buck Brannaman, "I'm helping horses with people problems." I am a firm believer in animal rights, treat people and animals the way you would want to be treated, etc....so when my "British" grandmother explained to me what trainers have to do to get their horses to compete in dressage, I was sick to my stomach. Buck taught me (in this incredibly beautiful documentary) that not only does it not always have to be that bad, with people abusing horses in the name of money, but it isn't always like that. Buck was treated like an animal from the time he was a child, having been brutally abused by his biological father and in turn removed from his care. He was rehabbed by his foster parents who didn't pity him, but gave him a purpose, which is exactly how he treats his horses. He is kind, gentle, and respectful towards these dauntingly lovely animals. The only problem with this film is that is is not better known to the average American who is not Sundance savvy. It is eye opening, and important.
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