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The First Saturday in May

PG-13 In Theaters 04/18/2008 , 100min.
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58%
Critic score based on 15 reviews

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May 22, 2008
knochels
One of the best movies I have seen in years. Very well done for first time filmmakers. Well edited and full of rich characters. Even it you are not into horses or racing, you will enjoy it
May 22, 2008
samminish
THEN RUN, NOT WALK, RUN TO SEE 'SATURDAY'!!And, don't let the fact that it may not be playing nearby put you off!!If you love horse racing, or even just have a passing interest because of races like the DERBY, you will be thoroughly mesmorized by this terrific film .. .. As in all walks of life, it's the people that make the story - even in a flick about racing .. .. You'll be able to see and

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Village Voice
First Saturday isn't exactly a winner, but it places. Full Review
Dennis Fisher
Boston Globe
A compelling look at the price paid by the men who devote their lives to these extraordinary animals. Full Review
Leba Hertz
San Francisco Chronicle
A look at lives and hopes that are part of our American culture. Full Review
Manohla Dargis
The New York Times
There are a lot of horses but absolutely no sense in The First Saturday in May, a glib, lazy documentary about six trainers on the proverbial road to the 2006 Kentucky Derby. Full Review
Marjorie Baumgarten
Austin Chronicle
Many questions occur to the viewer along the way but are never addressed by the filmmakers. Full Review
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