Sylvester

A touching story of a young girl reaching her dreams.

A young girl's unwavering faith in a battered horse takes them both to the prestige and honor of national competition in this touching, heroic drama. Melissa Gilbert makes a spirited film debut as Charlie Railsberg, a 16-year-old wrangler who recognizes the noble spirit of a wild horse she christens Sylvester. Oscar nominee, 2000, The Straight Story, Best Actor in a Leading Role, Richard Farnsworth portrays John Foster, a hard-headed stockyard boss who takes Charlie and her "two" orphaned brothers into his home. Foster is convinced that Sylvester is worthless, but is prove wrong when Sylvester and Charlie becomes the odds-on favorite at the National Equestrian Trials. Before it's all over, Charlie falls in love and is faced with the opportunity - and decision - of a lifetime.