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A Man Called Horse

1970·Movie
1h 54min·R

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High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, war, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

A man called "Horse" becomes an Indian warrior in the most electrifying ritual ever seen!

In 1825, English peer Lord John Morgan is cast adrift in the American West. Captured by Sioux Indians, Morgan is at first targeted for quick extinction, but the tribesmen sense that he is worthy of survival. He eventually passes the many necessary tests that will permit him to become a member of the tribe.
Historical DramaCultural ImmersionSurvival StoryMan vs. WildTransformationBrutal RealismTribal LifeHuman AdaptationAmerican West

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Questions about A Man Called Horse

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Where can I stream A Man Called Horse legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Mometu. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is A Man Called Horse worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Man Called Horse rated?

RViolenceNudity

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and nudity.

How long is A Man Called Horse?

1 h 54 min

A Man Called Horse runs 1 h 54 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on A Man Called Horse?

Critics67
Audiences65

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see A Man Called Horse much the same way.

What language is A Man Called Horse in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in Mexico, United States.

In how many countries can I watch A Man Called Horse?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Man Called Horse in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does A Man Called Horse use?

Cat ScareInitiation CeremonyLanguage BarrierAlcohol-Induced IdiocyWalking Shirtless SceneMighty WhiteyImperiled in PregnancyMacho MasochismCrouching Moron, Hidden BadassGoing NativeObfuscating InsanityCrippling Castrationand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for A Man Called Horse, including Cat Scare, Initiation Ceremony, Language Barrier.