Hachi: A Dog's Tale
(2009)A true story of faith, devotion and undying love.
Based on the 1987 Japanese film Hachi-ko, as well as on a true story, Hachi: A Dog's Tale stars Richard Gere as a college professor who forms a strong and unexplainable bond with an abandoned dog he adopts. From the director of Chocolat and The Cider House Rules.
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Directed by Lasse Hallström
Starring Richard Gere, Joan Allen, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Sarah Roemer, Jason Alexander, Erick Avari, Davenia McFadden, Robbie Sublett
Written by Stephen P. Lindsey
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Not a dry eye in the house - but not irritating schmaltz either. Full Review
Lasse Hallstrom dishes up more classy mediocrity with this brazenly uncomplicated treat for dog lovers. Full Review
This affecting man-and-dog tale largely steers clear of mawkishness. Full Review
Director Lasse Hallström and writer Stephen P. Lindsey are to be admired for their firm anti-"Marley & Me" stance. Their tale is simple, told through a child describing his grandfather's dog as his "hero." Full Review
Sensitively directed and rarely over-sentimental, this touching parable will likely ravish the emotions of dog lovers. Full Review
Pic's main problem is that its human story lacks drama; Hachi's the central attraction. Full Review
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