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  • 2016
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  • 1 h 24 m
  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • FilmRise
  • 1 h 24 m

Summary Dutch immigrant, Harry deLeyer, journeyed to the United States after World War II and developed a transformative relationship with a broken down Amish plow horse he rescued off a slaughter truck bound for the glue factory. Harry paid eighty dollars for the horse and named him Snowman. In less than two years, Harry & Snowman went on to wi...

Directed By: Ron Davis

Written By: Ron Davis

  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • FilmRise
  • 1 h 24 m
  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • FilmRise
  • 1 h 24 m

Harry & Snowman

Metascore Generally Favorable
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User Score Mixed or Average Based on 7 User Ratings
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Summary Dutch immigrant, Harry deLeyer, journeyed to the United States after World War II and developed a transformative relationship with a broken down Amish plow horse he rescued off a slaughter truck bound for the glue factory. Harry paid eighty dollars for the horse and named him Snowman. In less than two years, Harry & Snowman went on to wi...

Directed By: Ron Davis

Written By: Ron Davis

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80
Sep 29, 2016
In the film, a student of Mr. deLeyer’s recalls some of his advice: “Throw your heart over the top, and your horse will follow.” Harry & Snowman makes you want to do the same.
By Helen T. Verongos FULL REVIEW
80
Sep 29, 2016
Equine fans: Gallop, don’t trot to Ron Davis’ winning documentary Harry & Snowman, which recounts the inspiring story of an underdog show horse, his tenacious trainer and their rise to fame in the late 1950s.
By Gary Goldstein FULL REVIEW
70
Sep 29, 2016
Davis' film is a disarming underdog story that doubles as an animal-rescue advocacy tool.
By David Rooney FULL REVIEW
70
Sep 29, 2016
The engaging Harry & Snowman shows the impact of a rescue animal on the man who saw his neglected qualities. It's also a succinct demonstration of the difference between a livelihood and a life's work.
By Serena Donadoni FULL REVIEW

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User Score
Mixed or Average Based on 7 User Ratings
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43% Positive
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29% Negative
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Production Company Docutainment Films, For Good, Graceful Light Entertainment, Imaginaut Entertainment
Release Date Sep 30, 2016
Duration 1 h 24 m
Rating Not Rated
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Website http://www.harryandsnowman.com/
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Awards

Malibu Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Nantucket Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
New Hampshire Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination

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