So frei wie der Wind

This movie didn't receive the publicity that big name movies receive, but it was a very good movie. It has some fantastic scenery and a good adventure plot line. The nature photography is top notch, and if the movie ever becomes available, I'd recommend anyone to go see it.

This is one movie that should be put on DVD. I suspect that there are a large number of people who would greatly enjoy it, especially families. But the adventure is grasping regardless of how old a person is, so it is great for people of all ages. In some ways, it is similar to "The Bear" in that there isn't a great amount of script. It honestly isn't needed. If anyone has the opportunity to see this movie, go for it!

After clearing out some boxes of childhood things, I came across a letter I had written my father...it read, "If I don't see 'Brother of the Wind' again I will just die." This movie had a significant impact on me, and I have been searching like mad to find a copy. I was actually amazed it made it to this list. If anyone out there reads this, please help me get this movie onto television, it is an excellent children's movie (it's a live adventure movie about a wolf family and a man) I think Ted Turner would love it, and it deserves to be shown!

This was one of the best movies I've ever seen. The plot line was well defined, and there were enough interactions in the film to capture the viewers attention. It is hard to imagine anyone seeing this movie without being strongly impacted by it. I have also been looking for this film, but have been unable to find it...I'd LOVE to see it again. (This is a very good film for the whole family, and is one of those that will impact a viewer even if this is not the genre that they normally enjoy.)

This is by far the most beautiful film I've ever seen and I have loved it since I was about 4 years old. I've watched it countless times, as has my younger brother. The story about the old man who saves and takes care of 4 little wolves is so touching, and it is beautifully filmed. I also love the title song (unfortunately I don't know who sung it) and the music in general. I wish I could let my children, if I ever have any, see this kind of films instead of today's fast-paced and generally rather stupid children's stories. This film tells about love - love of nature, love of other living beings - in a way that is quiet and subtle, but still finds its way straight into you heart.

I REALLY hope someone decides to re-publish Brother of the Wind - it has so much to give and we need this kind of films, even today!

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ADDITION made May 28 2008: I HAVE IT ON DVD!!!!!!

It's a transfer from a video tape, originally recorded from TV some 15 years back, but considering that the quality is surprisingly good, with steady picture and sound. It's subtitled in Swedish (not removable).

If you're interested, you can contact me on laeriel@telia.com.

Anna

I saw "Brother of the Wind" at my childhood theater, the Lincoln, in 1973 when I was 7 years old. It was a fantastic movie and like many of the other writers, I remembered the beautiful theme song through the years. A long time ago, when I was still in my 20s, I videotaped the movie from television. I believe it was playing on WGN out of Chicago (or possibly TBS). Some movies translate better than others from the large screen to the small screen, but to be truly appreciated, I think this movie needs to be seen in a theater with a good sound system. The scenery is magnificent and the music is unforgettable. Immediately, the viewer is drawn into the story when, for some unknown reason, a mother wolf is shot from a low-flying aircraft. What will happen to the cubs? As the story unfolds, we experience the plight of the cubs with them. Families with children will love this film.