The Horsemen

The Horsemen

A Horse Worth Killing For. A Dream Worth Dying For.

Directed by John Frankenheimer

Produced by Columbia Pictures, John Frankenheimer Productions Inc.

1971110 min6.3 / 10

A gritty drama of physical and spiritual redemption set within Afghanistan's brutal buzkashi tradition, where a disabled rider must reclaim his honor through mastery of an exceptional horse.

In Afghanistan, the ruthless sport of buzkashi is a game of great pride. When Uraz breaks his leg and loses a spirited match, he brings shame to his village, especially his father. After losing his leg below the knee, Uraz, to regain his honor, must learn to ride again and win with a special, one-of-a-kind horse.

Questions people ask

  • Is The Horsemen scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is The Horsemen sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does The Horsemen end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.

  • Is The Horsemen violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.

  • Is The Horsemen easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Love35

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