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If you have not seen this movie than you have to or you will regret it if you do not. This is a true story about an incredible dog that brought happiness and love into people's lives. He was a famous dog around Australia. Everyone knew him. It is a bittersweet story. It will put a smile on your face, but also it will put tears in your eyes. I am so glad I viewed this movie as it shows how much our furry kids can bring such abundance of joy into our lives. I cannot understand the negative reviews on Amazon about this movie. The negative reviewers just do not get it. It is not about romance as one negative viewer said it was suppose to be or should have been. It was about Red Dog telling us how intelligent our canine friends are, how Red Dog brought people together, and how people cared for Red Dog. Red Dog did not have one master, but many cared for him until he found his true master 'Johnny Boy or John'. Red Dog traveled all over Australia looking for his only true master after his true master left and I won't say anything more about his master as you need to watch the movie to find out why Red Dog was searching for John. As said in the movie by Vanno(character/acting name), 'Sometimes you pick your dog and sometimes your dog picks you". Red Dog did pick his true master. Prior to finding his true master everyone in this small town of Dampier, AU loved and cared for Red Dog. He even became part of their union where they worked for the Hamersley Iron Mining Company. Yes, this is all truth. As I say again, it is a true story. As said in the movie, "He is a smart pooch" and how true that statement is. Red Dog even had a fund at the town bank so that if he needed food or medical care they then would have the funds to help him. Red Dog had a loyal Veterinarian who took such good care of Red Dog when he needed it. Red Dog went through a severe grieving process after his true master was gone. Again, I will not say what happened to John (his master) as you need to watch the movie. I will try not to say anymore as it could spoil it for those who have not viewed the movie. I watched this movie on TV, and bought the movie ASAP. I knew it was not a waste of money. I still watch it repeatedly. The ending is so sweet when the town dedicates a statue in honor of Red Dog, which was erected outside the town of Dampier and is still there to this day and always will be. There was also a Red Dog puppies at the end of the movie. This movie also reminds me of the movie Hachi with Richard Gere, which is another touching movie that should be viewed by all. The only difference between Red Dog and Hachi I found was that Red Dog had a much stronger character. Red Dog had a sense of humor about him and yet a serious side. Red Dog will make you laugh at times. Oh, I must not forget to mention Red Cat who was Red Dog's rival at the start of the movie. Red Cat was a bad bad dude and Red Dog had to contend with him, but it was funny. This movie also reminds me of my American Eskimo who passed on a few weeks after she and I watched Red Dog together. I now have a new American Eskimo puppy, so it rather reminds me of the Red Dog story, as there were new Red Dog pups at the end of the movie. Again I say, just do not take my word for it. You must watch this movie. It will pull at those heartstrings. Have lots of facial tissue nearby, as you will need it. From my hours of research about Red Dog, some say seeing the movie has changed their lives for the positive and I believe it. It surely changed my life and I have been a dog lover and owner since I can remember and I am now 53-years old. However, I learned more things about our furry kids from this movie. How much they really love us unconditionally, they go all out to help us, and give us companionship. Koko who played Red Dog was an excellent actor. The true Red Dog passed away in 1979. Sadly, Koko passed on in late 2012. Koko has a Red Dog screen test on 'You Tube' that will tickle you. Just type in 'Koko's RED DOG Screen Test' or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Su66nlzKC0, you can see him in action and how intelligent Koko was. Make sure you watch Koko's expression at the end of the video when the director tells Koko he has to have his hair dyed red because he is a Red Dog meaning he got the part after his interview with the director. Watch and you will melt at his cute little precious face. A very intelligent guy Koko was. I am sure his owner/producer of the movie misses Koko a great deal.
Red Dog was a very strong dog to go through all the things he did and he never gave up hope. That is something we all can learn from is to not give up hope. I just do not know what else to say as the movie is that excellent. The movie won rave reviews in Australia and they only started out with an 8 million dollar budget. The movie grossed over 21 million dollars at the box office in just Australia alone. The actors Josh Luccas, Rachel Taylor, and all were wonderful with Koko and their acting. Koko and the producer of the movie became so attached while making the movie that the producer became Koko's true owner. All I can say it please watch it!
Red Dog's website where you can see his statue and other things: http://reddogwa.com/
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Fantastic!
Once upon a time there was a Black and Tan Kelpie named Delilah. Growing up she lived at my buddy's house, where we hung out and threw parties, and she became friends with dozens of people in the community, receiving adoration from all walks of life as more than a dog, but a four-legged human and friend. The woman who primarily cared for her passed away, and she bounced around to various homes with various people she had befriended, including family members and friends who grew up with her. Circumstances grew troubling for her, and I was tasked with finding her a new home. She didn't want any other home than beside me, and we became inseparable. I took her to work when I could, and on camping trips, kayaking adventures, road trips, and even daily errands. After a few years she passed at 14 years old, this past October. It was devastating to me, and to all her friends throughout the community. When I took her in, I had never even heard of a Kelpie, as they're rare in my neck of the woods, and most books don't have so much as a footnote on the breed in the US. Well, now the whole town knows of the breed, and has nothing but fondness for it. I heard about this film and just had to watch it, so I ordered it from Amazon and watched it last night. It was a fantastic family tear jerker, that made me miss my gal Delilah even more. She was no legend like Red Dog, but the similarities made me proud to have known her. If you love four-legged companions, or just enjoy Australian films, this is a must-own. Cheap and shipped quickly, and great special features, I highly recommend this DVD.
Top reviews from other countries
Cara
The movie Red Dog was definitely worth the year wait to see it. Excellent
Reviewed in Canada on December 31, 2012bal007
Bon dvd . Bien conditionné . Pas cher .
Reviewed in France on August 2, 2021