“National Velvet,” “Tall in the Saddle” (Movie Reviews-12/15/44)

Microfilm-New York Times archives, Monterey Public Library | 12/15/44 | Bosley Crowther, T.M.P., Olin Downes

[Homer_J_Simpson]

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[Homer_J_Simpson]

“National Velvet” clips

“National Velvet” behind-the-scenes photos

“Tall in the Saddle” publicity stills

[Homer_J_Simpson]

For this fresh and delightful Metro picture [“National Velvet”] , based on Enid Bagnold’s novel of some years back, tells by far the most touching story of youngsters and of animals since Lassie was coming home.

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Mr. Brown has also drawn some excellent performances from his cast, especially from little Elizabeth Taylor, who plays the role of the horse-loving girl. Her face is alive with youthful spirit, her voice has the softness of sweet song and her whole manner in this picture is one of refreshing grace.

Two thumbs up from Bosley Crowther. Netflix recently had both these features on DVD, but “Tall in the Saddle” seems to have fallen off the list.

“National Velvet” original trailer

“Tall in the Saddle” original trailer

[Tax-chick]

It sounds like Bosley has a bit of a crush on young Liz Taylor!

[RginTN]

There’s a sequel to Natl Velvet. I’ve dvr’d it.

[Tax-chick]

“International Velvet”

[henkster]

I guess there were creepers back then too.