“Dream Horse” Rescheduled

After the turmoil of the recent Covid lockdown, “Dream Horse” will finally line up on the big screen at the Rex this coming weekend as the venue resumes operation.

With the on-again, off-again notices, Rex patrons would be forgiven for wondering if they were ever going to get the chance to see this feel-good movie!

So once, again, this is the inspiring true story of Dream Alliance, an unlikely race horse bred by small town bartender “Jan Vokes” (played by Toni Collette). After she convinces her neighbours to chip in their meagre earnings to help raise Dream and compete with the racing elites, their investment pays off as Dream rises through the ranks and becomes a beacon of hope for their struggling community. 

Strongly supported by actor, Damian Lewis (“Homeland”), the movie was filmed in Wales.  

In this story filled with warmth and emotion, it’s the race sequences which ramp up the tension as the viewer is taken into the action on course.

A star turn by Toni Collette is the linchpin of this movie, and with the emphasis on community and solidarity, this is a pleasant and uplifting film with appeal for all. 
“Dream Horse” (PG 113 mins) screens: Saturday, August 7, at 8 p.m., Sunday, August 8, at 2 p.m., and Tuesday, August 10, at 8 p.m..