Dog
A filthy animal unfit for human company and a... dog.
Overview
An army ranger and his dog embark on a road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway to attend a friend's funeral.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
The movie taps into the growing awareness and appreciation for the role that military dogs play, both in combat and in assisting veterans with PTSD. It also reflects a broader cultural conversation about the challenges veterans face upon returning home and the difficulties of transitioning back to civilian life.
- Channing Tatum delivers a strong and nuanced performance, showcasing both vulnerability and strength.
- The film explores themes of PTSD, grief, and the evolving roles of military service dogs in civilian life with sensitivity.
- The road trip narrative provides a blend of humor, heartwarming moments, and genuine emotional connection between Briggs and Lulu.
- The stunning Pacific Northwest scenery adds a beautiful backdrop to the story.
Fun Facts
- Channing Tatum co-directed the movie, marking his directorial debut.
- Several of the dogs playing Lulu were rescue dogs, highlighting the film's connection to animal welfare.
- The film utilizes real locations across the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon and Washington state.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"A filthy animal unfit for human company and a... dog."
Français
FR
Title:
"Le bonheur a quatre pattes"
Pусский
RU
Title: Лулу и Бриггс
"«Кто у кого на поводке...»"
Český
CZ
Title: Pes
"Jedno nevychované zvíře a..."
Español
MX
Title: Dog: Un viaje salvaje
"Un asqueroso animal no apto para la compañía humana y un perro."
Deutsch
DE
Title:
"Das Glück hat vier Pfoten"
Where to Watch
Cast
Crew
Reviews
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/dog-spoiler-free-review
"Dog may be unimaginative and unsurprising, but it still offers a simple, lovely story, boasting enough authenticity and genuine emotion to captivate any viewer. Bearing in mind the directorial debuts of Channing Tatum and Reid Carolin, it's worth highlighting the lack of extreme dramatizations or overly sophisticated shots, which helped keep the narrative quite natural.
Despite an odd plot point or two, Briggs and Lulu share emotionally impactful interactions that will generate a lot of smiles, a few laughs, and, who knows, a tear or two - Thomas Newman's fantastic score will surely cause that.
I couldn't recommend this film more for anyone who considers their pet as their best friend."
Rating: B-
'Dog' won me over by its end.
Across the first half of this film, I wasn't feeling it at all - the whole vibe of the film just felt off, with lead Channing Tatum not really doing anything for me. However, the second half does, in fairness, save it. By the conclusion, I actually felt invested in both characters - quite the turnaround!
Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar
Media
Featurette
DOG | USO Tour Highlights | MGM Studios
Clip
DOG | Briggs and Lulu - Official Clip | MGM Studios
Behind the Scenes
DOG | Behind-the-Scenes First Look | MGM Studios