It’s been a busy week here at MV so we’ve not quite gotten around to writing a full review of ‘Secretariat’ yet. Our head says it’s too formulaic to be worthwhile, but our hearts say maybe there’s something in there. Are we just big cynics? Check out the synopsis and trailer below and see what you all think. Send us your opinions on Twitter (@movievortex)…
“Based on the remarkable true story, “Secretariat” chronicles the spectacular journey of the 1973 Triple Crown winner. Housewife and mother Penny Chenery (Diane Lane) agrees to take over her ailing father’s Virginia-based Meadow Stables, despite her lack of horse-racing knowledge. Against all odds, Chenery – with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich) – manages to navigate the male-dominated business, ultimately fostering the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years and what may be the greatest racehorse of all time. Starring – Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Dylan Walsh, James Cromwell, Kevin Connolly, Nelsan Ellis, Dylan Baker.”