Summer of the Colt (1991)

Summer of the Colt (1991) poster

This award-winning film by André Melançon -- set on a ranch on the pampas of Argentina -- tells the story of three children spending a summer with their grandfather. The youngest, Felipe, makes friends with a puppy; his older brother, Daniel, breaks and train his first horse; their 13-year-old sister, Laura, struggles with the transition between childhood and growing up. The kids find it difficult to adapt to their proud and stubborn grandfather, and he learns that he has to change his ways and try to understand them as they all experience the joys and sorrows of growing up and growing old. ~ Alice Duncan, Rovi

Director: André Melançon
Genre: Drama, Family
Runtime: 100 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Osvaldo Montes
Cinematography: Thomas Vámos
Editing: André Corriveau
Production: GEA Producciones, Les Productions La Fête
Country: Argentina, Canada
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Themes

Touching Family Stories, Intergenerational Bonds: Grandparents and Grandchildren

Keywords

sibling relationship, grandparent grandchild relationship

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Summer of the Colt about?
This award-winning film by André Melançon -- set on a ranch on the pampas of Argentina -- tells the story of three children spending a summer with their grandfather. The youngest, Felipe, makes friends with a puppy; his older brother, Daniel, breaks and train his first horse; their 13-year-old sister, Laura, struggles with the transition between childhood and growing up. The kids find it difficult to adapt to their proud and stubborn grandfather, and he learns that he has to change his ways and try to understand them as they all experience the joys and sorrows of growing up and growing old. ~ Alice Duncan, Rovi
Who directed Summer of the Colt?
Summer of the Colt was directed by André Melançon.
Who stars in Summer of the Colt?
Summer of the Colt stars Héctor Alterio, China Zorrilla, Alexandra London-Thompson, Juan De Benedictis, Mariano Bertolini, Santiago González Crende.
How long is Summer of the Colt?
Summer of the Colt has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
What genre is Summer of the Colt?
Summer of the Colt is a Drama, Family film.
Where was Summer of the Colt produced?
Summer of the Colt was produced in Argentina, Canada.
What are the themes of Summer of the Colt?
The themes of Summer of the Colt include: Touching Family Stories, Intergenerational Bonds: Grandparents and Grandchildren.