SECRETARIAT

     Just read an article by Ken Walker about the new movie, "Secretariat."  Randall Wallace, director of the movie, grew up a Southern Baptist.  He said he was in church about 20 hours a week!  He spent time in worship, Sunday School, Training Union, and prayer meetings.  That should make anyone an old-time Baptist!  A native of Jackson, Tennesee, he attended church in Memphis and then later near Lexington and then on to Lynchburg. He says he is proud of his back ground and would not be himself without it.
     Wallace was the screenwriter for 1995's Academy Award winning "Braveheart." In his eyes, faith also plays a crucial role in the new film.  "Secretariat" is the story of the 1973 Triple Crown Winner.  Although there were three winners during the 1970s, Secretariat was the first horse in 25 years to claim the crown.  The movie tells the story of the obstacles facing the owner, Penny Chenery, who took over her ailing father's Meadow Stables in Virginia.  Wallace thinks the movie is a celebration of love and faith. 
     Wallace has written several books and produced several movies.  The P-G rated "Secretariat" is the first movie he recommends for the whole family.  He is pleased that grandparents and grandchildren can see this movie together.  In a day when there are not that many movies an entire family can enjoy, this may be a good pick.  I think I am after some popcorn.