On this day March 15 1985 the drama film Sylvester premiered in theaters. Directed by Tim Hunter the film starred Melissa Gilbert Richard Farnsworth and Michael Schoeffling in an inspiring story about perseverance and determination.
The film followed a young woman who rescues a neglected horse and trains it for competitive eventing with the help of a gruff but knowledgeable trainer. Sylvester combined heartfelt drama with breathtaking horse-riding sequences making it a favorite among equestrian film fans.
80s insight: Michael Schoeffling who played the love interest in Sylvester is best known for his role as Jake Ryan in the 1984 classic Sixteen Candles.