Young children, who will undoubtedly be attracted to this movie’s irresistible advertising, will be even more needy for a parent’s comfort. The repeating emotional roller coaster of cute puppy, followed by life’s challenges and impending death leaves you feeling like you’ve watched four tearjerkers in one package. No matter what your feelings are about dogs (or reincarnation), don’t expect to view this film without shedding a few tears. Throughout all these incarnations, the spirit of Bailey persists and he continues to long for his first owner, Ethan. Unbeknownst to the pitiful pup, a great reward is yet to come. Bernard mix who endures several years as a neglected yard dog. Then comes Buddy, an Australian Shepherd/St.
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Next he’s reincarnated as a Corgi named Tino and enjoys being the companion to a doting master (Kirby Howell-Baptiste) who offers him her favourite junk food and a full life as a family pet. It’s a satisfying duty, although short lived. Shortly after Ethan leaves for college, the loyal pooch succumbs to old age.īut in an instant, Bailey is reborn as Ellie, a K-9 companion in the Chicago Police department. Apa), falls in love (Britt Robertson), and works through the challenges found at home and at school. The boy and dog remain fast friends, even as Ethan becomes a teenager (K.J. After the rescue, Ethan convinces his reluctant father (Luke Kirby) to allow him to keep the puppy, and “Bailey” becomes a member of the family. The tale really gets wagging in 1961 when a Red Retriever is spotted in a locked, overheated truck by young Ethan (Bryce Gheisar) and his mother (Juliet Rylance).
Josh Gad provides the voice of Bailey, Ellie, Tino and Buddy-four canines who live diverse lives yet who are all the embodiment of a singular soul.
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However, the title of this movie assumes a question: What role do dogs play in our lives and in society in general? This film’s purpose is to answer that question, and it does so with a generous helping of sentiment and emotional drama. And, especially those who have become a legitimate member of the family pack. A Dog’s Purpose celebrates those furry companions that many of us have offered a place in our homes and/or hearts.