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A college professor (Richard Gere) forms a lasting bond with a dog that he finds on a train platform.

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Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Alissa Simon Variety Pic's main problem is that its human story lacks drama; Hachi's the central attraction. Apr 29, 2010 Full Review Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Robbie Collin News of the World This is the film equivalent of Nice biscuits, or snow globes, or N-Dubz. You're vaguely aware that they exist but you don't know anyone who actually likes them. Rated: 2/5 Mar 16, 2010 Full Review Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Derek Malcolm London Evening Standard It(TM)s an extraordinary and touching story but told with too beady an eye on the box-office for comfort - even if you(TM)re a doggy person. Rated: 2/5 Mar 16, 2010 Full Review Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) There's not a whole lot going on, it's pretty much just this relationship,between this dog and this man and it's really touching and and beautiful. Jul 2, 2019 Full Review Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) We all know Marley & Me is the Citizen Kane of dog movies that can drain all tear ducts. However, this one (also based on a true story) runs an honest, heartbreaking second. Rated: 3.5/5 May 11, 2018 Full Review Hachi: A Dog's Tale | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Joly Herman Common Sense Media Dramatic story of a dog's devotion is emotionally intense. Rated: 3/5 Dec 19, 2010 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member A different look at the relationship between dog and man. The pace is a bit plodding and mood melodramatic. Great for kids except for some intimate moments between main characters. The based on true story is part of the draw for me. Sad yet uplifting. I Recommend this film. Expect a few tears to flow... Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/20/24 Full Review William B I love this movie, but be ready with the tissues. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/11/24 Full Review Audience Member The saddest movie ever and there's not even a close 2nd. All dog movies make me cry, but this one sends me far over the edge. Having said ,you will love and appreciate your dog more than ever after seeing this. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/09/24 Full Review gerardo daniel w Es una asquerosidad las fotos 🤢🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮 neta no puedo creer lo peor que he visto la película no es mala lo malo es el final noooo 🤢🤮🤮🤮🤮 Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 06/27/24 Full Review Audience Member For all the people saying “ it’s only about the dog” WHAT IS THE MOVIE CALLED ????? Hachi of course it’s about him and his owner !! Their story if you don’t like it simply don’t watch it! It’s a super sad movie about a true story.. definitely recommend watching it but beware the ending is heart wrenching. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/24 Full Review Aaron M Enserio hace tiempo que no lloro tanto con una película y me llegó tanto al corazón que termine en llanto de solo ver la gran escena donde entre cachorro y papá se vuelven a encontrar me pareció la escena donde cada uno de nosotros es donde nos quebramos, nos rompimos en llanto y en tanto tiempo no había visto una película tan linda dios enserio si quieres llorar un rato solo ve está maravillosa historia por favor Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/09/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Lasse Hallström Director Richard Gere Parker Wilson Joan Allen Cate Wilson Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Ken Jason Alexander Carl Erick Avari Jess
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Synopsis A college professor (Richard Gere) forms a lasting bond with a dog that he finds on a train platform.

Director
Lasse Hallström

Producer
Vick Shigekuni Wong, Bill Johnson, Richard Gere

Screenwriter
Stephen P. Lindsey

Production Co
Stage 6 Films, E1 Entertainment, Inferno Distribution

Rating
G

Genre
Drama

Original Language
English

Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 12, 2014

Runtime
1h 33m

Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS
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