Jappeloup is a French biographical sports drama film directed by Christian Duguay. The movie is based on the life of the legendary French Olympic show jumping horse named Jappeloup and his rider, Pierre Durand. Jappeloup was a small horse with a difficult temperament, but Pierre Durand believes in him and sees his potential.
The movie depicts the story of Pierre Durand, who dreams of competing in the Olympics. He is passionate about show jumping and wants to prove himself on the international stage. However, he faces several obstacles, including his strained relationship with his father, who disapproves of his career.
Pierre Durand comes across Jappeloup, a horse that nobody wants because of his small size and difficult nature. However, Durand sees something special in him and decides to take a chance. He trains Jappeloup every day, and after several setbacks and failures, they finally start to win competitions.
As Durand and Jappeloup begin to gain momentum, their relationship is tested as they face various challenges on their journey to the Olympics. They have to overcome injuries, financial difficulties, and personal struggles to make it to the top.
The movie is an inspiring true story of determination, perseverance, and the bond between a rider and his horse. Jappeloup won a César Award for Best Supporting Actor for Guillaume Canet's performance as Pierre Durand. The film was also the highest-grossing French film of 2013, grossing over $22 million worldwide.
