Good natured clever film with an eclectic mix of characters creates a cartoon like film made for 13 year olds and above. The mix of a professional wrestler and a German award winning actress combined with the local actors and non actors of Arizona makes for a really endearing, funny, and a little crazy film. Somehow within a silly movie about a dog wedding there is a thoughtful story about culture, capitalism and breaking free from your parents' expectations and living your dreams! You don't get this from main stream romantic comedies that's for sure.So many details in this film that make it really worth watching again and again. The music reminded me a little of the 80's in a cool way. It's an independent film so has it's quirky flaws but several scenes are brilliant.
... View MoreI have nothing but good things to say about this film. I went in for the dogs and came out with so much more. I thought the acting was great, especially from Rosalie Thomass, she had humor, beauty, grace. Matthew Bloom was so natural and the father played by Bernhard Schultz was perfect. I have watched it 3 times with a few different friends and we all loved it, I should have purchased it instead of rent it because it is one of those films you can watch whenever you need a good pick me up!I am a film buff and love all types of films as long as they are quality. There was a lot of depth I didn't expect to find from the name and the cover but it all makes sense. I don't want to spoil it but there is a fantasy scene which is an incredible surreal sequence I will never forget. Just for that scene this movie is a winner for me.I live in Arizona and this really represents a lot of the culture! I really they make a sequel to this.
... View MoreWhat a fun wonderful movie! I attended the NYC premier and was very pleasantly surprised about the fun and creativity seen throughout the movie. I've never classified my self as a dog lover, more of a "tolerator," but I left the movie loving dogs, embracing the improbable, and feeling uplifted after a nice and fresh romantic comedy.A few surprising twists and turns kept me guessing until the end, and the chemistry between the actors was great- especially the beautiful Rosalie Thomass and the giant-of-a-man Matt Bloom.Thanks to the writers and producers for giving us a real treat! I hope to see more of their work soon.
... View MoreHighly recommend this film to dog lovers, wrestling fans, and general cinephiles. It's a fun and quirky rom-com about a clash of cultures and two pet-owners who go to extremes to celebrate their love for animals and eventually find romance. Set in the mystical landscape of Arizona, the story takes you on a peyote trip and underscores a need to support the disenfranchised Native American population. There's even a skosh of Japanese culture represented in the musice score and cosplay. Did I mention a pickle factory? Very eccentric film. Especially loved how it reverses gender roles of the two protagonists without stereotyping. The title sequence with dozens of dog photos in fancy tuxedos and wedding gowns was very well done. Can't wait to see the sequel!
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