Put faith in the second chance.

Rating: 6/10 (25 June 2005)

If anything, SEABISCUIT is one to pluck the heartstrings. In the 1930's when the country was trying to re-coop from the Great Depression comes along a little knobby-kneed reason to believe in tomorrow. Seabiscuit was a smallish thoroughbred that would become one of the most remembered racehorses. A string of race track triumphs made possible for a down trodden populace to look forward to taking advantage any second chance. The beloved Seabiscuit would take part in the "race of the century" against the mighty War Admiral. Following a career ending injury, the horse of hope is groomed back to health to win again. There is a certain pride coming from behind to win.
Tobey Macguire aptly plays the astute jockey Red Pollard. Jeff Bridges plays Charles Howard, the horse's proud owner. Chris Cooper is the trainer and horse-whisperer so to speak. But my kudos go to William H. Macy playing the colorful and energetic racetrack radio announcer. Also in the cast is Valarie Mahaffey as Mrs. Howard. This movie is rated PG-13 for some reason. Don't miss any second chance to watch.