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Balto (1995)

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Reviews Counted:11

Fresh:5

Rotten:6

Average Rating:5.8/10

Runtime: 78 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: This exciting animated adventure film tells the story of Balto, a brave canine who treks through the Alaskan wilderness during a blizzard to save the lives of sick children. Steele, an overly... This exciting animated adventure film tells the story of Balto, a brave canine who treks through the Alaskan wilderness during a blizzard to save the lives of sick children. Steele, an overly proud dog who is admired by the other canines in Nome, delights in making fun of Balto, who is half dog and half wolf. Meanwhile, Balto has fallen in love with Jenna, a beautiful Husky, and he attempts to win her over by proving his bravery. The perfect opportunity arises when he sets out to find a rescue team that disappeared while trying to deliver an antitoxin to the young victims of a diphtheria epidemic. Assisting Balto on his journey are his buddies -- the twin polar bears Muk and Luk, and a wisecracking goose named Boris. Based on the true story of a dogsled team that delivered a cure to Alaskan diphtheria victims during the winter of 1925, "Balto" offers perfect entertainment for all ages. [More]

Starring: Kevin Bacon, Bridget Fonda, Phil Collins, Bob Hoskins

Starring: Kevin Bacon, Bridget Fonda, Phil Collins, Bob Hoskins

Director: Simon Wells

Director: Simon Wells
Composer: James Horner

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Susan Stark
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Detroit News

Unassuming and enjoyable animated adventure.

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Scott Weinberg
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Walter V. Addiego
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An Alaskan dog who gets a chance to demonstrate his courage and creativity on a mission of mercy.

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08/30/02
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Spirituality and Practice

The love story is pure mush, not helped by the bland voice work done by Kevin Bacon as Balto and Bridget Fonda as dainty husky Jenna.

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Susan Wloszczyna
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USA Today
 
 
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