Product Description: The film follows the heroic journey of balto half husky/half wolf. The town outcast balto courageously battles the forces of nature and his own self-doubt in a race to save the children of nome. Balto combines spectacular action and adventure with the heartfelt emotion. Studio: Uni Dist Corp. (mca) Release Date: 08/22/2006 Starring: Kevin Bacon Phil Collins Run time: 74 minutes Rating: G Director: Simon Wells
Amazon.com: Buried like a bone in a snowdrift, Balto never achieved the theatrical success it should have, but it's worth digging up. The film is structured on the true tale of a lead sled dog, Balto, that brought a diphtheria antitoxin to the small town of Nome, Alaska. The film balances comedy, villany, and drama very well and the voice work is above average. Safe family viewing, as even the villain's comeuppance manages a civilized resolution. The only problem is that the film never explains why these events in Alaska inspired New Yorkers to build a statue to the dog in Central Park. Maybe Balto eventually got mugged there. --Keith Simanton
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Rating: - An epic cartoon!
Balto is one of the most emotive, epic and interesting cartoons movies I have ever seen in years.
Based on a true story happened in 1925, the film deals with the raffles a half dog and half ... Read More
Rating: - classic movie
This is a good cartoon for the family, especially a family that lives in Alaska (which is pretty much the only place this movie was ever a big hit). Some parts are a little too silly, and obviously everything ... Read More
Rating: - yeah love it
this is a great movie for kids. i forgot how much i loved it and still love it
Rating: - Great movie!!! my kids love it!!!
My kids love this movie, they can watch it a thousand times and never get tired. Highly recommended.
Rating: - Inspiring
I first watched this when it came out when my kids were young and decided to get it for myself. This is a great story with some historical significance. Teaches kids who watch the movie about courage, overcomming ... Read More
- An epic cartoon!
- classic movie