William H. Macy steals the MOVIE!!

Rating: Null/10 (13 August 2003)

This movie was about a horse, named, SEA BISCUIT. However, the REAL HERO of the movie is William H. Macy's announcer character. It is through the magic of Macy that we come to appreciate all of the harsh realities that Sea Biscuit faces. Macy tells the story as it was meant to be told in the early part of the last century. He did get the great scoop (with hot fudge and a cherry on it) when he learned that Sea Biscuit was going to run the 6 furlongs. I was amazed at how well Macy captured the essence of an announcer, complete with a gap in his mustache!! The woman that Macy was with was never explained, neither was how Macy came to be invited over to Jeff Bridges house. But whenever we feel that the country needs some cheering up, it's not only the horse who comes to the rescue, it's William H. Macy. I really anticipate an oscar nod for his stellar performance. I am sure he will get it. He nailed this role so perfectly that finally, the great Macy will be placed on the hollywood map! Go MACY!!