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Secretariat
Why this pick
A warmly told, true-story racing drama driven by an underdog’s perseverance, family stakes, and the uplifting thrill of believing in an extraordinary horse.
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MOVIE2005 1h 46m USA
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Why this pick
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Why this pick
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01 / THE STORY
A little about the film.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
Kurt Russell
Ben Crane
Dakota Fanning
Cale Crane
Kris Kristofferson
Pop Crane
Elisabeth Shue
Lily
John Newberg
Beefeater
Adam Tomei
Reporter
Rhoda Griffis
Classroom Mother
Trevor Denman
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