G-Dog

2012

1h 32m

Documentary

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100%

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6 Reviews

86%

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100+ Ratings

Father Greg Boyle, a white Jesuit priest, has spent 25 years in the toughest part of East Los Angeles.

Michael Nordine

Village Voice

G-Dog belongs to a long line of feel-good documentaries that win audience awards at film festivals and make you feel like a jerk for not liking them.

Apr 28, 2013

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John DeFore

Hollywood Reporter

Doc offers an inspiring case study in acceptance-centric rehab model.

Apr 18, 2013

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Christopher Long

Movie Metropolis

You don't have to believe in God to believe that Father Greg Boyle is doing God's work.

Rated: 6/10

May 22, 2013

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Renee Schonfeld

Common Sense Media

Inspiring docu about gang intervention program in LA.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 29, 2013

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Kirk Honeycutt

honeycuttshollywood.com

Freida Mock's doc about Father Boyle and Homeboy Industries is a strong, vibrant, resolute film that captures the essence of the miracles happening in downtown L.A.

Rated: 8

Jul 13, 2012

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John Esther

UR Chicago Magazine

What Homeboy Industries means to these men and women -- usually young, often felons -- is the focal point of Freida Lee Mock's inspiring documentary.

Jun 27, 2012

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Audience Member

Watched this documentary this morning. So touching and amazing how one man can make such a huge difference in this world!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/23

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Audience Member

Great minds tied to big hearts can solve many of the problems of this country.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/18/23

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Audience Member

"G-Dog is about giving second chances. This documentary shows proof that no matter how hard or difficult someone's life is or has been, they can subject to change. The film follows Father Greg B aka G-Dog and how with his tough and unconditional love, managed to build up a successful program to help gang bangers and the troubled society of L.A. get back on their feet with jobs, education, rehabilitation and compassion, breaking the barriers of the so called "gangs" that populate the area. A true story of hope and redemption. Homeboy Industries. Please get involved."

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Audience Member

This is a terrific documentary about a true local hero! Homeboy's Industries is a great success and teaches us alot about life and getting along. Check out the special screenings at the Laemmle theaters this Saturday at 11:00 a.m.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/17/23

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Audience Member

Fr. Greg has done marvelous work with gangs and giving young people a second chance in life. This documentary offers one a first hand account from Fr. Greg and the people he has helped over time. I would say this is a must see event.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Audience Member

Saw the world premier at Hot Docs last night. It is a funny, heart-warming, inspirational movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Freida Lee Mock

Director

Fr. Greg Boyle

Actor

Freida Lee Mock

Producer

Pedro Bromfman

Original Music

Greg Byers

Cinematographer

Erik Daarstad

Cinematographer

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Synopsis

Father Greg Boyle, a white Jesuit priest, has spent 25 years in the toughest part of East Los Angeles.

Director: Freida Lee Mock
Producer: Freida Lee Mock
Production Co: American Film Foundation
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 24, 2014
Runtime: 1h 32m

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