Being an animal lover I knew this would be a difficult movie for me to watch. I expected CG of some sort in the presentation of the horses, especially since this is a Steven Spielberg movie. The horses and their "acting" are real. They are amazing, breathtaking animals who brought to life the plight of the war horse. This is one of the best movies I have ever seen; truly deserving of the accolades it has received from many critics as one of the best motion pictures of 2011. It should have received the Academy Award for Best Picture in my humble opinion. Steven Spielberg is a national treasure.
What's great about it: Emoting on the part of the horse "actors"