Saddle Club: Horse Crazy is a movie based on the popular book series by Bonnie Bryant. The story follows a group of teenage girls who share a passion for horses and spend their weekends at Pine Hollow Stables. The group, known as the Saddle Club, consists of Stevie Lake, Carole Hanson, and Lisa Atwood. The movie begins with the girls' excitement over a new horse arriving at Pine Hollow. The horse, named Belle, is a wild mustang who has been rescued and brought to the stable for training. The girls are eager to work with Belle and help her become a well-behaved horse. However, they soon realize that Belle is not the only new arrival at Pine Hollow.
A new student named Veronica diAngelo has transferred to their school and has also started riding at the stable. Veronica is immediately disliked by the Saddle Club as she displays an arrogant and competitive attitude towards them. She also has a wealthy background and owns her own horse, Diablo, which she shows off frequently.
As the girls work with Belle, they begin to unravel a mystery surrounding her past. They discover that Belle was once owned by a kindly old man who was forced to sell her due to financial difficulties. Belle was then sold to a cruel and abusive owner who mistreated her, leaving her traumatized and difficult to handle.
The Saddle Club becomes determined to help Belle overcome her fear and regain her trust in humans. They spend hours training and bonding with the horse, eventually gaining her trust and love. Meanwhile, Veronica continues to be a thorn in their side, constantly trying to outdo them and prove herself superior.
As the story progresses, the girls face various challenges surrounding the care and training of the horses. They learn about the importance of responsibility, hard work, and teamwork. They also face personal challenges in their own lives, including issues with family, friends, and love interests.
The movie culminates in a horse show where members of the community come together to showcase their horses and riding skills. The Saddle Club enters Belle in the show, hoping to prove to the community that she is not just a wild mustang, but a talented and well-trained horse. Veronica also enters the show with her horse, Diablo, hoping to win the top prize.
The horse show provides a thrilling conclusion to the movie, as tensions rise and the girls face unexpected challenges in the ring. The audience is left on the edge of their seats, wondering if the Saddle Club will be able to overcome the obstacles and succeed.
Saddle Club: Horse Crazy is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the love and dedication of young girls towards horses. It highlights the importance of kindness, empathy, and hard work in achieving one's goals. The movie is suitable for all ages and is a must-watch for anyone who loves horses or enjoys a good coming-of-age story.
Saddle Club: Horse Crazy is a 2015 adventure movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes.
