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«The way home“- a kind family film about a dog named Bella. She is found by a young guy Lucas, and, taking pity on a homeless puppy, he takes her to his home. They become attached to each other, but Lucas was forced to give her to his girlfriend’s aunt for a while. Bella was very bored and was ready to do anything to see her master again.
A good kind film that you can watch with your children, because. It doesn’t have any violent scenes. The main screenwriter of this picture was Bruce Cameron, author of the book of the same name. He also wrote the novel “The Life and Purpose of a Dog”, which was made into the movie “A Dog’s Life” beloved by the audience.
Many people liked this kind and slightly naive story about Bella’s adventures. If you are one of them, you should watch 10 movies similar to 2019’s The Way Home.
10 Max (2015)
Drama directed by Boaz Yakin, who co-wrote the script. This is a story about a dog named Max who lived with soldiers in Afghanistan.
He was a comrade-in-arms, a devoted friend of one of the soldiers. But somehow the owner and the dog are ambushed, and the young guy dies. Max’s heart is broken, he can no longer remain in the service. The parents of the deceased hero take the dog to their place, he will have to start a new life.
Viewers write thatMax“- a great film about devotion and fidelity, about friendship, leaving a lot of impressions. This is a sad, but at the same time funny movie, kind and instructive. It will be interesting not only for young viewers, but also for the older generation.
9. Road Home (1993)
The film is based on the book by writer Sheila Bernford. Full title – “The Road Home: The Incredible Journey“. This is an adventure film directed by Duane Dunham.
The plot is simple and interesting: a family with 3 children leaves their 2 dogs and a cat with friends for a while. But animals are not ready to just sit and wait. They decide to run away to return home again.
This is a dynamic, funny and very interesting film about devotion and friendship. Another bonus is beautiful landscapes: rapids, endless fields, high cliffs.
Those who are looking for a movie for family viewing should choose “The Road Home”, it looks in one breath and will give a lot of good emotions. Beautiful story, without scenes of cruelty and violence.
8. White Fang (1991)
An adventure film based on the novel by Jack London. It tells about the gold digger Jack, whose best and faithful friend was a wolf named White Fang.
The main role of the manual regiment was played by the half-wolf-half-husky Jed. It could be seen in other films released in the 80s.
«White Fang“- a film with a soul, light but strong, with beautiful scenery, the best actors, filled with adventure. Many viewers admit that they watched it with great pleasure and more than once.
7. Axel (2018)
This fantastic family film was directed and written by Oliver Daly.
The protagonist of the picture is a young motorcyclist Miles. He accidentally finds a robotic dog named Axel. This is the latest military development.
The boy and the dog develop a real friendship, because a metal beast knows how to love as well as a real one. But the military is not ready to give a dog to anyone, because. She met and even exceeded all their expectations.
Not all viewers liked the film “Axel“. They write that he has a ridiculous and uninteresting plot, designed for children or dreamy teenagers. But there are also positive reviews, which say that it turned out to be a tense, interesting picture without drawn-out scenes, lively and dynamic.
6. Lassie (1994)
Adventure film directed by Daniel Petrie about a dog named Lassie.
The Turner family, namely a husband and wife, as well as two children, pick up a collie. They take her to the farm with them. Soon the dog becomes a member of the family and helps his owners with everything he can.
«Lassie”is a good children’s film that evokes only pleasant feelings. It can and should be watched by the whole family, you will not be bored watching the adventures of a smart and devoted dog.
5. Red Dog (2011)
Drama directed by Kriv Stenders, based on the novel by Louis de Bernières. It tells about the life of a traveling dog with a simple nickname “Red Dog”.
In the 1970s, Thomas was a truck driver in Dampier, Western Australia. There he was told the story of the Australian Kelpie. Everyone loved the Red Dog, because. he helped many to find friends, joy, happiness and even the love of a lifetime.
Film “Red Dog“Gives a surge of emotions, it makes you laugh and cry. This is an extraordinary, special movie that can be safely included in the top five best films about animals, sincere, sincere, with deep meaning.
The tramp dog was able to change people’s lives, taught someone to laugh, saved someone from loneliness, made the inhabitants of this town happier. Something similar to the famous “Hachiko”.
4. Dog Days (2018)
Film directed by Ken Marino. Everything takes place in Los Angeles. The creators of the picture showed 5 different stories, which are united by one thing – the main characters are very fond of dogs.
“Dog days”- a bright picture, kind and naive, with a simple plot that will brighten up your Sunday evening.
3. Dog Life (2017)
A tragicomedy directed by Lasse Hallström about a dog that can be reborn after death. Each new incarnation helps her to get to know the person better.
The main character is a dog named Bailey. He constantly dies and is reborn, but remains the most faithful and devoted friend who will always meet and see off at the doorstep, and, most importantly, love.
Despite the fact that the filmDog life“Received mixed reviews from film critics, he was very successful with the audience. With a budget of $22 million, it was able to raise over $204 million.
In 2019, a sequel to the film was released, also based on Bruce Cameron’s book The Journey of a Good Dog.
A kind and good film, with an original plot, very warm and sincere, which is worth watching with the whole family.
2. Hachiko. The most faithful friend (2009)
A melodrama directed by Lasse Hallström and produced and starring by Richard Gere.
It is based on a true story. There was a dog named Hachiko, for 9 years he came to meet his master at the station, although he had long since died.
The professor stumbled upon a cute puppy at the station, they soon became fast friends. They met every day at the station. But when the dog did not find his master, he did not stop coming there, hoping to see him again.
Film “Hachiko” is called amazing. It’s about real devotion, loyalty. This is a super-dramatic picture, one of the most beautiful love stories. No other film is able to make such an impression, it is almost impossible to refrain from tears, but this is a bright sadness, after which you feel that it has somehow become easier, as if your soul has been cleansed.
1. Benji (2018)
The film is directed by Brandon Camp, he was also one of the authors of the script.
New Orleans high school students Carter and Frankie befriend a street dog named Benji. Soon the children are kidnapped, but they can count on the help of their little friend.
«Benji“- a very kind family film, without cruelty and violence, about friendship, love, with an incredibly touching main character who guarantees you a good time with your family.