A Dog's Purpose
Every dog happens for a reason.
Overview
A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
The film taps into the cultural phenomenon of pet ownership and the deep emotional connection people have with their animals. It plays on the desire for companionship and unconditional love, resonating with viewers who see their own pets as family members.
- The film explores the profound bond between humans and animals, offering a heartwarming and emotional experience.
- Josh Gad's voice acting as the dog Bailey is excellent, bringing humor and vulnerability to the character.
- It explores themes of loyalty, love, and the enduring purpose of life, even through multiple reincarnations.
- The film provides a unique perspective on life from a dog's point of view, offering insights into their thoughts and feelings.
Fun Facts
- The author of the book, W. Bruce Cameron, makes a cameo appearance in the film.
- The film faced some controversy regarding alleged animal mistreatment during filming, which led to some calls for boycotts.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Every dog happens for a reason."
Română
RO
Title: Câinele, adevăratul meu prieten
"Orice câine se naște cu un motiv."
Français
FR
Title: Mes vies de chien
"Chaque chien a sa raison d'être."
Magyar
HU
Title: Egy kutya négy élete
"Minden kutyának küldetése van."
Português
BR
Title: Quatro Vidas de um Cachorro
"Todo cachorro existe por uma razão."
Español
ES
Title: Tu mejor amigo
"Cada perro tiene un propósito."
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Cast
Crew
Reviews
**Caught in the rebirth-loop!**
I might a bit overrated it, but it's well deserved that. It has been a long time since I wetted my eyes for a film. Especially for being a tearjerker fan in the early days. This looks like a sequel to 'Fluke', though it justified to be an independent film. Based on the book of the same name, directed by the one who made 'Hachi: A Dog's Tale'. A perfect family film, but entirely a fictional account.
Do you remember those films about a human being trapped in the time- loop, not knowing why and takes a quest to find the purpose? Yep, this is same, but with a dog and not a time-loop, instead, the rebirths. The tale was told from a dog's perspective, his life from puppy to growing old with his owners. The lives he enjoyed, struggled, loved, and not understanding why the life circle keeps repeating. After all the things film wanted to tell us, the story ends with an explanation. Just a simple one.
The dog's the hero, he's found in every frame. The rest of the characters were well designed. Especially the sub-stories to blend with the dog's. All the dogs who acted in the film were awesome. This is one of the best dog films. As I said, it is not great, but surely enjoyable by everyone. Especially in the today's CGI dominated and/or superhero flicks, this is something close to our heart, despite a fantasy tale. So, go it!
_8.5/10_
Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar