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Hachi: A Dog's Tale

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A college professor forms a deep, lasting bond with a dog he unexpectedly discovers abandoned on a lonely train platform, transforming both their lives.
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Alissa Simon Variety Apr 29, 2010
Pic's main problem is that its human story lacks drama; Hachi's the central attraction. Go to Full Review
Robbie Collin News of the World Mar 16, 2010
2/5
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. Go to Full Review
Derek Malcolm London Evening Standard Mar 16, 2010
2/5
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. Go to Full Review
Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) Jul 2, 2019
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. Go to Full Review
Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) May 11, 2018
3.5/5
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. Go to Full Review
Joly Herman Common Sense Media Dec 19, 2010
3/5
Dramatic story of a dog's devotion is emotionally intense. Go to Full Review
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COS M @CosMovies Aug 31, 2026 Beautiful beautiful love story about true love and loyalty. See more Carlos Francisco R @RT86421344 Aug 11, 2026 llore mucho, muy buena, mucha pena me dió, no se metan con los perritos :( See more Mireille D @RT43317756 Jul 25, 2026 The story is fabulous, setting is great, loved the train station scenes. However, in many scenes I felt that the dog(s) actors did not seem really engaged with the humans; it seemed forced. What annoyed me the most about the film was the very repetitive piano music (sounded AI generated). See more stephen S @RT02409759 Jul 9, 2026 As a dog lover you will identify with the unconditional love and loyalty Hachi brings. I cannot watch and not cry. These creatures soothe us in ways that many humans cannot. Great movie. See more Paula T @RT83801526 Apr 27, 2026 The most heartwarming film I've ever seen, portraying the unbreakable bond between a dog and their person. You'd better have a fistfull of tissues to prepare for the end. If you're unmoved, you don't have a pulse. See more syzygy10 T @syzygy10 Feb 14, 2026 It's not a deep movie, but it doesn't try to be. A heartfelt story about a dog's lasting love and loyalty can't be a bad thing, and it's a welcome break from the constant barrage of violence and cynicism that is the movie business. Take it for what it's worth to you. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis A college professor forms a deep, lasting bond with a dog he unexpectedly discovers abandoned on a lonely train platform, transforming both their lives.
Director
Lasse Hallström
Producer
Vick Shigekuni Wong, Bill Johnson, Richard Gere
Screenwriter
Stephen P. Lindsey
Production Co
Inferno Distribution, E1 Entertainment, Stage 6 Films
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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