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Phar Lap - 1983
7.179
Hero to a nation
Overview:
Phar Lap, the big bold chestnut reigned as the king of the turf in the depression that gripped Australia of the 1930s. From his humble beginnings the New Zealand bred horse raced on to become the hero of a nation.
Status: Released
Release: 1983-08-11
Runtime: 107 minutes
Ratings: 7.179
Vote Counts: 28
Budget: 0 $
Revenue: 0 $
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