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A Dog's Purpose

(16,308)7.21 h 40 min2017X-RayPG

A dog looks to discover his purpose in life by showing humans how to laugh and love over the course of several lifetimes and owners.

Directors: Lasse Hallstrom

Starring: Britt Robertson KJ Apa John Ortiz

Genres: Comedy Drama

Subtitles: English [CC]

Audio languages: EnglishEnglish [Audio Description]

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Supporting actors: Dennis Quaid Josh Gad

Producers: Gavin Polone Alan C. Blomquist

Studio: Universal Pictures

Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)

Content advisory: Drug usefoul languageviolence

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M. Stevens

Feel the joy and find your 'Purpose' from this wonderful movie

Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2017

OK. I just don't know exactly how to describe how really great the movie, A Dog's Purpose, is. OK, I'm not going to sugarcoat it, you're going to cry. My wife grabbed my hand at one point, and we both cried. ... But before that, we had laughed -- sometimes loudly, as did everyone else in the theater. After we cried, we laughed again. And watched. And we laughed a little bit more. What can I say? Dogs are funny. And we smiled. And laughed some more. And I remembered once again why I loved W. Bruce Cameron's book so much. And why I came to believe in my purpose and, yes, a dog's purpose. Certainly I believe in the message behind A Dog's Purpose. The movie is not an exact replica of the book, and it's not possible to be. The book is far more in-depth, but at more than 300 pages, it's going to be. The movie is another telling of a great story, and it's a charming, sometimes heartbreaking, always heart-tugging, nostalgic romp of a great time. If you've ever loved a dog with all your heart, you will once again believe in the story of a dog named Bailey and his boy, Ethan. I left the theater feeling … overjoyed.

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E.R.

Good Movie for us kid's at heart ....

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2017

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Watched it twice and teared up both times at the end. I've loved many dogs in my life. The scenes where Ethan took Buddy to the pound and then the next day went back to get him was exactly what I did many years ago. A stray dog was bothering the neighbors even though he was hanging out mostly at my house, so I took him to the pound hoping he'd get a good home. I don't remember if it was the same day or the next day ... but I rushed back to the pound and paid all the fees and adopted him ... just like Ethan. He even looked a little like Buddy.

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This film highlights the contrast - loneliness, selfishness, heartbreak - of human life and the - loyal affection of the dog!

Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2017

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This film highlights the contrast - loneliness, selfishness, cruelty, heartbreak - of human life and the - loyal, unselfish, protectiveness and affection of the dog.

Wonderful!

What a contrast! What a rebuke!

Presents from the viewpoint of the central character - the dog. However, one interesting twist is that when the dog dies, we switch to a newly born puppy, four times! The fascinating revelation is that the new dog contains the memories of the previous ones.

Neat!

First owner is a boy about ten years old. They grow up together. Boy, Evan, becomes star athlete. Dad becomes abusive drunk. Divorce. Envy drives fellow student to burn house. Evan permanently injured. Dog dies (tears) and we start new life.

Young college girl afraid of friendships. Finally opens up and gets happy family. Dog dies of old age (tears). Years have passed.

Now finds he is a German Shepherd who serves as canine partner with police. Saves drowning victim and his partner but dies from gunshot (tears).

New puppy taken to live with young couple. Selfish and uncaring, both to each other and the dog. Owner dumps him far away so he can’t find his way home (no tears).

Then the conclusion! (No tears)!

Avoiding spoiler . . .

Great story (how much Kleenex do you have?).

What is a dogs purpose?

Show that loyalty, affection are precious and wonderful, no matter where you find it!

(Meditating on the title (as a question) ‘What is a dogs purpose?’; found the key idea is the word ‘purpose’. Purpose can only arise from wishes, wants, some form of plan. Evolution, by definition, is unplanned and without goals. The loyalty, affection, concern, etc. (seems to me) to completely discredit an evolutionary - ‘survival of the fittest’ - explanation. I have concluded, for decades, that this emotional treasure (love) is the gift of our Creator.)

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J. Huff

Doggone good philosophy

Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2017

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Seeing Dennis Quaid in the trailer I knew it would be a good movie, he rarely does a bad picture but this movie was excellent. I know some would call it "sappy, sugary, corny and overly sentimental" but these people should just admit that they are jaded, small hearted and just can't enjoy a movie for the sake of entertainment. This movie will make you laugh and cry multiple times as (Bailey / Ellie / Tino / Waffles - Buddy) returns to learn new life lessons as man's (and women's) best friend while trying to find the purpose in life - and discovering that just living and making this journey as much fun as possible by being a part of someone's life through good times and bad may be all the purpose there is. (or all we really need)

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Elizabeth

Wow! Heartfelt tearjerker!

Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2017

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I LOVED THIS MOVIE! It resonated with me. I have several dogs I love very much and have had several over my life as my parents have always been long time animal lovers and dog lovers. Pets have played big roles in my life and this gives them a perspective that we play a huge role in their lives too. It's not a one sided deal. They are one aspect of our big world but we are a HUGE aspect of theirs or almost the only aspect of theirs. It gives us the chance to see how they see and to appreciate them for that. I love that about this movie.

I'd recommend bringing lots of tissues as my friend and I cried lots and lots. Might not be a fab family movie but I wouldn't say it's bad either because it does teach a respect for animals that they aren't just play things that you can get bored of and throw away, they are responsibility. Maybe not the best for super young audiences because of all the sad parts.

I wouldn't listen to rotten tomatoes on this one at all. It's way off. It's totally worth the buy and I wish I had seen it in theaters. You might find a new understanding when you look at your dog after watching this movie! It's 100% worth watching! 10/10 👌👏💯

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KaydeeKay

Absolutely wonderful movie!!

Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2017

I took my daughter to the movies to see this tonight & it was way better than I expected. I cannot even put it into words. I laughed & then cried no less than 10 times, it was such a touching movie. I will be going back to see it in theaters again, it was THAT good! Highly recommended for dog lovers. Enjoy!

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Joan Gouldsmith

TOTALLY DISAPPOINTED!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2018

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Unfortunately I was extremely disappointed when this DVD arrived as it would not play on any of our machines and the message appeared on the screen that it may not play in our area. It was apparently manufactured in Mexico. I have returned it to yourselves and await a refund. I dare not order again in case the same thing happens again.

Valerie McVeigh

Value for money

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2020

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I've loved this film for years, now I own it for life 💕

Reyes Rodríguez

Como esperaba...

Reviewed in Mexico on March 21, 2019

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Lloré, como debe de ser. El producto llegó en tiempo y forma.

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Vladimir Garcia

Gran pelicula.

Reviewed in Mexico on July 14, 2017

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Me encantó la presentación además me llego con Slipcover!
Una gran película para todos los que amamos a nuestros perros.

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El tema es muy bueno

Reviewed in Mexico on September 2, 2020

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Me encantó

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