Secretariat Research Paper

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Movies have been around for a long time,and with time many have stood out. These movies that stand out can really draw in your attention or leave a lasting impression. These movies can connect with the viewer in many ways they can thrill, excite and warm your heart and the best movies do all three. One of these movies is Secretariat. Secretariat is a story about a racehorse and his team during there bid for the triple crown, a prestigious horse racing series.Red, as he was called is known as the greatest racehorse that ever lived. In the movie secretariat,the main characters overcome many obstacles through interesting characters a heartwarming story-line and thrilling races. The characters in secretariat are interesting and unique,some more than others. Penny is definitely unique, she is the strong willed and independent owner of secretariat who always pursues things until the end. She will do anything for her family and once she fired one of the best trainers in the country for being dishonest to her father. Another interesting character is Lucien, he is colorful and eccentric as well as the trainer of Secretariat. He has a preposterous sense of style and once he showed up to Aqueduct racetrack wearing a pink and orange hat. No one …show more content…

Secretariat being born is one of the most heartwarming moments throughout the entire movie. Watching him stand up for the first time and nuzzle his mom couldn't be more precious .Another great moment would be when Secretariat won his fifth race in a row and there dancing while they give him a bath and it looks like they're having so much fun and one just wants to join them. Arguably the best moment is when Penny is with Secretariat before the Kentucky Derby, Even though she's only petting him the scene is just adorable.In conclusion, this movie has a lot of precious, adorable and fun moments that help the viewer feel a part of

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