"Secretariat" Production Still Photo: Photo Credit Disney Studios

Disney’s “Secretariat” now available on DVD is The Perfect Family Film for All

“Secretariat” is the heartwarming story about an amazing racehorse and its owner, Penny Chenery (Diane Lane), who believed in the horse’s uncanny athletic abilities not only to compete, but also to win. Many of us are familiar with the race horse, Secretariat, who in 1973 won the Triple Crown in horse racing, by winning the three major races: The Kentucky Derby, The Preakness and The Belmont Stakes. This is an unusual occurrence for any horse, as the odds are highly stacked. Upon viewing the race again, I had chills as memories of that famous day returned. When watching that race in 1973, you knew something phenomenal had just happened, and the same is true of the film. It’s hard not to get caught up in the drama and emotion. By the time the race occurs, the incredible back-story has unfolded and you may just have to contain yourself from wanting to stand up and begin cheering. Diane Lane carries the film just fine and is paired with John Malkovich as he portrays Lucien Laurin, the flamboyant French Canadian trainer. To read the full review go to: http://www.sarahsbackstagepass.com/reviews/movies-2010/secretariat-pg/index.php

The 2–disc combo pack includes a Blu-Ray™ and DVD, includes enhanced sound and high definition picture. The discs include the feature film and bonuses such as:

Blu-Ray™ Disk:

• Heart of A Champion- an inside look into one of the most famous racing horses in history

• Choreographing the Races-what took place behind the scenes to make the film

• A Director's Inspiration- A Conversation with The Real Penny Chenery

• Audio commentary by director Randall Wallace

• 4 Deleted Scenes with optional audio commentary by director Randall Wallace

• Secretariat multi-angle simulation- Re-live the 1973 Preakness race from different angles

DVD:

• Heart of A Champion

• 3 Deleted Scenes with optional audio commentary by director Randall Wallace

• Music video - AJ Michalka "It's Who You Are"

Sarah’s Backstage Pass highly recommends this DVD as it’s difficult to find a film that is suitable for all ages and this one hits the spot!

Sarah Adamson ©2011