Relationships In War Horse

In the opening scenes of director Steven Spielberg’s War Horse, we are taken to the fields of England where a colt, named Joey, is separated from his mother and taken to auction. When Joey arrives at his new home he is introduced to a kind-hearted boy named Albert Narracott, played by Jeremy Irvine. Albert is put in charge of the training and care of Joey and they soon become very close and develop an unbreakable bond. While Joey and Albert work to farm the land, Albert’s father drinks away their living. They successfully plant the field, which no one thought was possible, soon to follow a huge storm sweeps in and destroys all they worked for. None of the crop could be salvaged so the family is forced to sell Joey to pay for rent. At this

“When these two are united for the first time their bond is immediate” (Pacelle). You could say from the beginning of their friendship they have been devoted to each other. You could even call this devotion, love. It is unique, in its own way. They understand each other with only a few simple words or little movements. Throughout the story the overcome several battles. Their first significant battle is plowing the field for planting, they must work together to save their little farm. It’s all they have and without the crops they would lose it. But not long after will they have to face the real battles of the war. Though they are separated they are still together. “You will be inspired by the seemingly unbreakable bond.” Pacelle. Joey and Albert never gave up on each other, trying to find their way back to the place they called home. In the end, it paid off; they were reunited in an unexpected way and sent home to live long and happy lives on their little farm, with the titles of

Throughout the story there are physical and mental battles that Joey and Albert go through. In the beginning, the Narracott family struggles to pay rent every month, Joey is the only hope for them:“I knew when I first saw you that you would be the one to save us.” War Horse (26:07). Albert could not have plowed the field by himself. Joey was the only one to keep the farm going, with the moral support of Albert of course. Joey soon must learn to become a different type of hero during the war. He carries Captain Nichollos into battle without shying from the danger. After the death of Nichollos, Joey must protect Topthorn and himself under the fierce hands of the German Army. He manages to get Topthorn and himself away from the enemy then Joey finds his way back home. Albert is also a brave heroic soldier. While in battle, he puts other’s safety before his own. He protects his army brothers while being mentally tough. Joey and Albert both know that if they were ever going to see each other again they had to stay strong and keep