http://christianmovieblog.com/ 64-7 http://christianmovieblog.com/reviews/flicka Katie McLaughlin (Alison Lohman), daughter of rancher Rob McLaughlin (Tim McGraw) has a heart for working the family ranch but her parents see a future for her in college and ultimately corporate America. As she struggles to adapt to the rigors of boarding school, her mind is invariably drawn to the family ranch in wyoming and her love for the family's horses. While home from school, she discovers and becomes attached to a stray wild mustang that reminds her so much of herself. Determined to protect and tame the beast, she names her "Flicka" and goes through a series of confrontations with her father who is bent on getting rid of the animal. Katie risks her life several times to win Flicka's trust which results in a strong bond between girl and horse. After being condemned by several, as a completely loco horse that could not be tamed, Flicka finds new solace in the sound of Katie's voice much to everyone's amazement. In an intense moment when both girl and horse have their lives hanging in the balance, Katie's father steps in to rescue them - giving them both the chance to live, and be together. Flicka is a good movie that portrays family values, love and perseverance without the use of profanity or intense sexual scenes. We are greatly entertained by the ranch life of a closely knit family, headed by a stern man who knows when his wife is right. It is a feel-good movie that reminds us of Christ's love for us and how He sees through all our filth at who we can become if we surrender to Him. ]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:07:42 -0400