It's believable that this film is in AFI's Top Ten for 2011. The only concern is war violence, and while there are few war scenes, they are quite long and intense. It is quite a tearjerker, as some have been saying; however, it combines the horrible violence of war with Spielberg's warmhearted optimism.

Steven Spielberg's second holiday movie this Christmas is of course, War Horse. And, while I was greatly dissapointed, and still am with Tintin, this time around, I can happily and very gladly say that War Horse is yet another towering achievement for big time director Steven Spielberg. I really can't tell you how nice it is to know that a director such as Steven Spielberg is finally back on the top of his game, so even though I am still repressing Tintin, I know many people loved it, so I won't dwell too much on the past. and besides, War Horse is a beautifully made, powerfully filmed epic that had me wondering one of many questions throughout this masterpiece: Why do we not have enough World War 1 movies? Well, let's just hope to god that this movie will usher in a whole new legion of World War 1 movies. Spielberg directs War horse with such a good eye for touching, heartwarming and absolutely heart wrenchingly sad moments that it's just almost impossible for the vipers not to be completely lost in that little filmaking world of his. Still, despite the PG-13 rating that the film has been given by the MPAA, it is definitely not for young viewers or even very young teens: The movie starts off quietly and peaceful, and even lightheartedly, enough, but once the horrors of war begin, we see first hand what waited for them there, with extremely loud sounds of bombs being dropped and people dying everywhere filling the soundtrack, and with images of the dead and wounded filling the screen, these are extremely intense moments that could even be to much for some young teens, let alone tween's and children. Also, there is some infrequent drinking and alcohol consumption in the form of one particular and important main character, and finally, there is some infrequent but moderate British profanity throughout the movie, as well. So, if you wan't to see a real Steven Spielberg movie this Holiday Season, than skip Tintin and go see War Horse.

Very Good Movie I really enjoyed it. Really intense ans some violence it has some language but it is mild and it some blood. It is good for pre teens.

oh, come on people!!! yes, i'm talkn' to all you other cridicts who did not like war horse!!!! THIS WAS THE BEST MOVIE I HAVE EVER SEEN IN A LONG TIME!!!!!!!!! WATCH IT NOW!!!!!!!

Well, if you read the book, you'll understand it.

Good but the violence is very disturbing, sad, and at some points heartbreaking. Parents know ur child before you see this movie

This movie is an awesome one...because it is a war movie for older children. Although their are some intense scenes of violence, this movie has great messages and was an amazing film overall. Definetly don't miss it!

There was a scene where Joey cut himself on the barbed wire but that is only rubber.

Well, War Horse may be rated PG-13, but I think it's only because of the violence. It has a small bit of drama (obviously, it's a war), and it can be a little bit sad because a horse and many people die. However, this movie shows positive messages such as perseverance and positive role models, and I think it could teach any child OR ADULT positive role models. I'd also reccomend the book!