“Flicka,” the motion picture, to be released on October 20
FLICKA is a contemporary motion picture adaptation of Mary O’Hara’s beloved novel My Friend Flicka. The filmmakers have re-engineered the story of a child coming into adulthood, changing the main character from a boy to a girl. In the new film, 16-year-old Katy McLaughlin (Alison Lohman) dreams of fulfilling her family legacy by working on her father’s ranch in modern-day Wyoming. Katy’s father Rob (Tim McGraw) wants more for her, insisting Katy go to college. He knows how difficult ranch life can be, having struggled to keep the ranch solvent in an ever-changing world.
When Katy finds a wild mustang, which she names Flicka, and brings her home, and sets out to make her a riding horse, Rob sees nothing but more trouble. Despite her father’s disapproval, Katy and Flicka form an unbreakable bond that is a catalyst for changes in the McLaughlin household.
Conflicted by her need to tame her own wild ways yet stay true to the wild child within, Katy sets out to break through to Flicka and make her a riding horse. But Flicka and Katy are more alike than she could have imagined. Like Katy, Flicka has a disdain for authority and is not about to give up her freedom without a fight.
Flicka stars country singer Tim McGraw (“Friday Night Lights”), Maria Bello (“A History of Violence”), Alison Lohman (“Big Fish”) and Ryan Kwanten (TV’s “Summerland”). The film is directed by Michael Mayer, whose debut feature, “A Home at the End of The World,” received critical acclaim.
Twentieth Century Fox releases FLICKA nationwide on October 20, 2006. For more information visit www.flickamovie.com
Farnam To Feature Brentina And Debbie Mcdonald On The New Package of Platform™ Treats
Following the spirit of the Wheaties® package which recognizes outstanding athletic achievements and personal championships, Farnam salutes Brentina, the inaugural Farnam®/Platform™ • USEF Horse of the Year, and her rider Debbie McDonald, with their photograph on the new package of Platform Treats.
Brentina is one of the most successful horses in the history of U.S. Dressage. With her rider, popular equestrian Debbie McDonald, Brentina led the United States to a Team Silver at the 2002 World Equestrian Games (WEG). This pair went on to lead the 2004 U.S. Olympic Dressage team to a Bronze medal finish. The story of Brentina and Debbie McDonald was made into a documentary, Brentina: From Idaho to Athens.
Platform Treats are part of the Platform Feeding System, which was developed as the first and only feeding system consisting of four premium feeds, as well as complementary supplements that allow you to design your own feeding system to fit your horse’s individual nutritional needs. They are perfect for training rewards and come in an easy-to-use, 3.5-pound resealable bag that contains approximately 180 treats.
For information about Farnam Horse Products, in the U.S. call toll free at (800) 234-2269, direct at (602) 285-1660 or visit www.farnamhorse.com.
Local Spotlight:
Anna Kiceina and her purebred Arabian, Hailey Bop, from Ferndale, WA, came home with a Grand Champion in the OPEN division of Sporthorse Under Saddle at the Arabian/Half Arabian Sporthorse Region 5 Championship Show at Donida Farms, Auburn, WA in late June! They also received Reserve Champion in Sporthorse Halter Mares and two other Top 5 awards! Anna trains at New Song Stables, home of Susan Adrian Show Horses in Custer, WA.
NWHS wants to celebrate local and regional winners. Email a brief description of your local and regional champion’s accomplishments along with a photo to editor@nwhorsesource.com. We will publish submissions on a space available basis.
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