Buck [DVD]

This is a biography of BB - a real live horse whisperer. I see some of the 'bad' reviews have not understood it's primarily about the man and consequently discusses how he turned into such a kind and considerate and well-balanced human being, despite being beaten and horribly mistreated as a child.How he survived and later thrived was through his relationship with horses and with it he has learned their needs - i.e. encouragement not discouragement. There's much about horse craft too of course - and delightfully entertaining - he has a tremendous skill and makes it look easy.It's a wonderfully told story about what is an especially inspirational man. His general modesty sees him shy away from talking about himself and it is others who extol his virtues (and his childhood problems). Don't be over concerned, however, nobody dwells on his early problems for long - it's a very positive story about a very positive individual . I hope you enjoy it.

It's nice to see Buck at work after reading several of his books. Buck and Mark Rashid, who's book I talked about earlier, though they come from a slightly different background, have much in common in that they have both learned to understand horses. Every horse is different so there is a lot to learn, I'm sure they will both agree on that. Most so called 'Whisperers' look at horses in a slightly different way, but all have more or less the same aim, the betterment of the horse. Horses are pretty much like us in many ways and can suffer from many of the same problems. As they can't speak our language they have to find other ways of telling us what they want and we have to find ways of understanding and answering them. That is what men like Buck Brannaman have become exceptionally good at. Great DVD! Thanks .JR.

Brilliant! Inspirational! Anyone who rides horses, is about to buy one or has any dealings with them should not only watch this video but learn and apply the techniques and principles that he uses, and the world would be a better place for horses and humans. Don't watch it thinking it is a "Hollywood happy ever after" film - it is gritty reality where not everyone has a fairytale ending, but it does show you clearly what happens when these majestic animals are treated properly or cruelly. Buck is also living proof of how you can turn a brutal childhood around instead of being one of those who do worse things than they had happen to them and just blame their upbringing on their deviant actions. Few people will have suffered the cruelty that he did, but he has turned it round to become the epitome of a calm, caring and courageous human being.

I have read Buck's book so was keen to watch this DVD and it was far better than the book. Be prepared to have your eyes opened to a different way to work with horses. Some of the contributers in the movie like me come from a more traditional way of schooling horses with draw reins etc to get the shape we want. Buck shows you a different way of doing this that is non harsh and allows the horse to learn what it is you want. There is one part in the movie that stands out, as it shows what happens if you dont educate your foal from day one, and allow them to teach themselves while you stay hands off.The people that attend his clinics in the movie range from weekend western riders to dressage riders to jumpers. Everyone will get something out of this movie.

this dvd came well packaged and promptly.this is a wonderful documentary about the Horse Whisperer. I first saw it on tv and wanted to give it to a friend. it is absolutely gripping-going in to this account of his abusive childhood and why he does what he does. even if you aren't that interested. in horses, it is a very human tale. brilliant.

This dvd is about bucks life, not how to train a horse using his methods. Buy the 7 clinics set if you're looking for a "how to guide". I strongly recommend that anyone who's remotely interested in training horses should watch this dvd to get a glimpse into what can be made possible. I've trained using bucks methods for years now and can't speak highly enough of him and his work.

I saw this film yesterday and it has been re-playing in my mind ever since. The depth of feeling reached by this man is rare. From being an abused child, along with his brother, subject to beatings by the father from a very young aga, especially after the mother died, he was resurrected by kind and loving foster parents and a growing love of horses. This film present a clear, unbiased and frank account of his life and current work. He is an example to us all. As Gurdjieff put it, 'Learn to love plants and animals before you can love people.' Buck Brannaman found this out for himself.

This is an amazing documentary about an inspiring human being,Buck. How he dealt with a traumatic childhood and kept a heart so open he can connect with frightened animals and people is at the core of this film. Hard hitting but truly real.