The Man From Snowy River 1 & 2 (Box Set)

The Man From Snowy River

After the death of his father, proud young Jim Craig (Tom Burlinson) sets out to become his own man. Taking a job with horse rancher Harrison (Kirk Douglas), Craig is treated poorly by the more experienced cowboys, but wins the heart of the rancher's daughter, Jessica (Sigrid Thornton), when he helps her break a high-strung colt and later saves her life. When he's unfairly blamed for the loss of an expensive horse, Craig fights to restore his honor and prove that he's worthy of Jessica's hand.

Critic Reviews:

• " The Man from Snowy River is worth a small “yippee!” It's a real honest-to-goodness western, the likes of which haven't been seen in these parts for a long spell. " – Bob Thomas

• " The late, great Kirk Douglas fronts an enjoyably rustic take on a classic Aussie yarn. " – Leigh Paatsch

• " The fundamental spectacle of the film can be found in its landscapes, color, images, and the camera's tricks. The story lacks courage, but it doesn't bore us. [Full Review in Spanish] " – Diego Galán

The Man From Snowy River 2

During the 1880s, handsome young cattleman Jim Craig (Tom Burlinson), accompanied by his herd of Australian horses, returns to his hometown of Snowy River to be with his love, Jessica Harrison (Sigrid Thornton). However, Jessica's father, Harrison (Brian Dennehy), steadfastly opposes their relationship, preferring Alistair Patton (Nicholas Eadie), an egotistical banker's son, as a potential suitor. When Patton learns Jessica wants to be with Jim, he sets out to steal Jim's prized horses.

Critic Reviews:

• " While the story is one we've seen many times before, Return to Snowy River plays up its strengths to become a warm and enjoyable movie. " – Joe Pollack

• " Occasionally violent sequel emphasizes love over status. " – Sandie Angulo Chen