The Great Alaskan Race

I was suprised at how much death was showed in this movie seeing that it was rated for ages 9 and up. Based upon the reviews and story plot given, we gave it a try as my boys love any "live action" vs animated. So we figured it was similar to Balto. While it was, it showed way more footage of the sick children as well as them passing than I felt was necessary for their young eyes to see. We did have discussion about different time periods and how vaccines have now been created to help with things like that, as well as airplanes that can now deliver medicine to remote parts of the world if needed. We did stop the movie about half way through as it was just too intense. Just a heads up for those parents wondering if it would be a good fit for your younger children.

This is an outstanding movie of an amazing true story

We loved Balto the animated , and thought why not! we had 4 kids ages 9-17 boys and girls. It had amazing music that drew you in and kept you on the edge of your seat. Lots of great scenes of the majestic sled dogs. I shed a few tears, some from the movie and some from the m&m my teen daughter hucked at me for crying! The Dr. was great! Loved how they showed the real footage from 1925 scattered in there! Its a great reminder that it was a true story and these were true heroes, which only added to the drama! Great! Great! movie! There is a scene where he hunts a and has blood on his face,, its rather brief,, mine didn't mention it after! No sexual innuendo, no swears that I caught, just pure family treat!!! ( no tricks) Must see!!!!

Take the entire family to this wonderful movie filled with snow dogs, drama, beautiful Alaskan scenery, and a rich inspiring true story. Travel back-in-time to the great state of ALASKA in 1925 as the famed dogsled "musher" Leonard Sappala suffers through brutal weather (-80 degrees below zero) and rough mountainous terrain in a race against time to save the children of Nome, Alaska. His faithful sled dogs BALTO and TOGO by his side the entire way. Bring popcorn and box of tissues to this wonderfully acted true dramatic story.