A Horse for Summer (Nancy Criss, 2014): USA

Reviewed by Josh Feldman. Viewed in theater.

Faith based films have been making a large return into Hollywood and are now becoming more mainstream. On July 22, 2014, I was lucky enough to be invited to the premier of the independent film “A Horse for Summer.” The film stars Dean Cain (known for Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman), Christopher Atkins (known for Blue Lagoon) and Mandalynn Carlson (from Scandal). Rounding out the cast are Terri Minton and Nicole Taylor as Dean Cain’s family.

The film takes place in a small town in Arizona, a family must cope with economic hardships and taking in a family member from New York, all while trying to keep their faith. A Horse for Summer is a very heartwarming film, with fun for the entire family. With many enjoyable moments throughout the film, it easily puts a smile on your face while tackling a the subject of hardship. The plot is enjoyable and teaches a multitude of useful lessons on morality, faith, and maintaining integrity during the toughest times. I recommend watching A Horse For Summer, and showing it children and families.

The film is from the creative team of Nancy Criss (Director/Producer), Kenneth Lemm (writer) and Nadar Entertainment. Nancy Criss would like her viewers to take this message away from the film “It’s important for families to pull together in the toughest of times and Forgiveness is important when someone does something wrong for the right reason.” The film has been given 4 Doves by the Dove Foundation (suitable for family viewing), is an Official Selection for the Action On Film International Film Festival 2014 and the Official Selection Gwinnett Center International Film Festival Atlanta. If you are unable to see it theaters or during its festival run, it will be available in Walmart this Christmas.


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