SummaryDutch immigrant, Harry deLeyer, journeyed to the United States after World War II and developed a transformative relationship with a broken down Amish plow horse he rescued off a slaughter truck bound for the glue factory. Harry paid eighty dollars for the horse and named him Snowman. In less than two years, Harry & Snowman went on to win the tri... Read More
Harry & Snowman
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Sep 29, 2016
80
In the film, a student of Mr. deLeyer’s recalls some of his advice: “Throw your heart over the top, and your horse will follow.” Harry & Snowman makes you want to do the same.
Sep 29, 2016
80
Equine fans: Gallop, don’t trot to Ron Davis’ winning documentary Harry & Snowman, which recounts the inspiring story of an underdog show horse, his tenacious trainer and their rise to fame in the late 1950s.
Sep 29, 2016
70
Davis' film is a disarming underdog story that doubles as an animal-rescue advocacy tool.
Sep 29, 2016
70
The engaging Harry & Snowman shows the impact of a rescue animal on the man who saw his neglected qualities. It's also a succinct demonstration of the difference between a livelihood and a life's work.
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Production Company:
- Docutainment Films
- For Good
- Graceful Light Entertainment
- Imaginaut Entertainment
Release Date:Sep 30, 2016
Duration:1 h 24 m
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Awards
Malibu Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Nantucket Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
New Hampshire Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
