Buck

2011·Movie
1h 29min·PG
79
GreatGoodWatch score

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Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

There's no wisdom worth having that isn't hard won

An examination of the life of acclaimed 'horse whisperer' Buck Brannaman, who recovered from years of child abuse to become a well-known expert in the interactions between horses and people.
Inspirational DocumentaryHorse WhisperingHealing from TraumaNon-Violent CommunicationAnimal-Human BondPersonal RedemptionEducational & GentleEmotional CatharsisBiographical Portrait

Crew

Directed by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Buck

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Where can I stream Buck legally?

Buck is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Buck worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Buck rated?

PGDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Buck?

1 h 29 min

Buck runs 1 h 29 min.

Is Buck based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Buck?

Critics83
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Buck much the same way.

What language is Buck in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Buck?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Buck in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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