My Friend Flicka

In Utah, USA, young Ken McLaughlin (Roddy McDowell) struggles to stay out of trouble and, more importantly, to please his father. To try to teach him some responsibility, Kens frustrated father, Rob (Preston Foster) allows him to choose a foal to raise, but is somewhat disturbed by his choice. Ken has chosen the foal of a stormy mare, and his father is not convinced Ken will be able to handle her. Ken however, is determined to prove himself and sets out to train his affectionately named foal, Flicka. Initially, Flicka seems determined to prove Robs point and fiercely resists all Kens efforts. However, persistence and love win the day, and Flicka grows up to be a magnificent animal and friend to Ken. Through good and bad times, illness and adventure, the two friends prosper.