In the Australian outback a family struggles to keep its farm from foreclosure. Their only hope is that their horse, Prince, will win money in a New Year's race. But when Prince is stolen the children embark on a dangerous and exciting adventure to get him back.
Acting
Nicole Kidman at 16, all gangly confidence and zero movie-star polish.
Production
Genuine outback locations that sweat authenticity, not studio backlots.
Practical Effects
Real horse stunts and bush chases before CGI ruined everything.
Director
Henri Safran
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Nicole Kidman's feature film debut, shot when she was still attending drama school in Melbourne.
The 'bush Christmas' tradition reflects Australia's summer holiday reality—December heat, outdoor gatherings, and no snow in sight.
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