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Rock Dog

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47% Tomatometer 55 Reviews 48% Popcornmeter 2,500+ Ratings
For the Tibetan mastiffs on Snow Mountain, a dog's life has a simple riff -- guard a peaceful village of sheep from the thuggish wolf Linnux and his rabid pack. To avoid distractions, mastiff leader Khampa forbids all music. However, when his son Bodi discovers a radio that fell from the sky, it takes just a few guitar licks for the lad's fate to be sealed. Wanting to be a rock 'n' roll star, Bodi heads to the city to locate Angus Scattergood, a legendary musician who needs to write a new song.
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Rock Dog is amiable enough, but its second-tier animation and uninspired story add up to a movie whose meager charms are likely to escape all but the youngest and least demanding viewers.

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Kate Muir The Times (UK) 06/15/2017
2/5
This Chinese-American production may make decent television for children on a rainy day, but there's not enough thrilling action or comedy for the big screen. Go to Full Review
Mike McCahill Guardian 06/15/2017
2/5
Brannon composes the odd amusing sight gag, but homogenises his notionally eastern backdrop terribly ... Go to Full Review
Tom Huddleston Time Out 06/12/2017
2/5
The definition of 'rock' here seems to be winsome be-yourself ballads with a smattering of guitar. Go to Full Review
Rachel Wagner rachelsreviews.net 02/21/2019
C
A decent watch for families. Go to Full Review
Louisa Moore Screen Zealots 12/20/2018
3/5
While the voice talent is nothing more than competent, the mediocre animation is good enough and the funny characters are likeable enough that it's not a total loss. Go to Full Review
Rendy Jones Rendy Reviews 08/30/2018
2/5
Has impressive designs and a handful of humorous moments, but it's generic storytelling and slow pacing has it be just another average animated film aimed at young audiences. Go to Full Review
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Azka B Dec 3 Rock Dog is such an underrated movie. It has the perfect voice cast, including Luke Wilson, Eddie Izzard, and J. K. Simmons. It also has a really catchy soundtrack. See more thiago s @Thiagostone Nov 18 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Nov 3 Rock Dog is one of those animated films that has a charming idea at its core but doesn’t quite know how to make the most of it. Centered on a dog who dreams of becoming a rock star, it offers a cute concept and solid animation that should, in theory, make it a hit with kids. Unfortunately, while the premise is full of potential, the execution feels uneven and overly cautious, leaving the film somewhere between passably entertaining and entirely forgettable. The story follows Bodi, a Tibetan Mastiff with a deep love for music who sets out to follow his dreams despite his father’s disapproval. The journey should’ve been inspiring and energetic, filled with the kind of heart and rhythm that make animated musicals soar. But instead, Rock Dog tends to meander through its plot, never fully embracing the excitement of its musical setting or the emotional weight of Bodi’s personal journey. It’s pleasant, but it rarely rocks. The animation itself is decent — colorful, expressive, and clearly designed to keep kids visually engaged. Yet, as the movie progresses, it starts to feel more like background noise than a compelling story. The screenplay doesn’t do much to elevate the visuals either; dialogue often feels flat and predictable, and the pacing jumps back and forth in ways that make it difficult to stay invested. Rather than feeling like a film that celebrates creativity and self-expression, it plays more like a “safe bet” — something that entertains without ever taking a real risk. Musically, the film has its moments, but even the songs don’t leave a lasting impression. There’s potential in the rock ‘n’ roll premise, but it never feels fully unleashed. Instead of delivering an energetic, music-driven adventure, Rock Dog falls into familiar patterns and predictable storytelling. It’s fun in small bursts, but it doesn’t capture the spark that made films like Sing or Trolls resonate with audiences. That being said, Rock Dog isn’t a bad movie — it’s just bland. The animation is cute, the characters are likable enough, and it has a positive message about following your dreams. But once the credits roll, it’s easy to forget most of what you just watched. It’s the kind of movie kids might enjoy for an afternoon, but adults will likely check out halfway through. Ultimately, Rock Dog feels like a missed opportunity to truly jam out and create something memorable. See more Stephen C @bob25009 May 27 LOL, 1.5 hours of animated comedy. Rated PG for Action and Language!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Vinny T May 15 I love this movie and I watched it when I was 12 years old See more ELIAS M Jan 3 ITS the best Indie movie that I see on my Life its so funny and thats the important See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis For the Tibetan mastiffs on Snow Mountain, a dog's life has a simple riff -- guard a peaceful village of sheep from the thuggish wolf Linnux and his rabid pack. To avoid distractions, mastiff leader Khampa forbids all music. However, when his son Bodi discovers a radio that fell from the sky, it takes just a few guitar licks for the lad's fate to be sealed. Wanting to be a rock 'n' roll star, Bodi heads to the city to locate Angus Scattergood, a legendary musician who needs to write a new song.
Director
Ash Brannon
Producer
Amber Wang, Joyce Lou, David B. Miller, Rob Feng, Zheng Jun
Screenwriter
Ash Brannon, Kurt Voelker
Distributor
Summit Premiere
Production Co
Timeless Films, Mandoo Pictures, Eracme Entertainment, Dream Factory Group, Huayi Tencent Entertainment Company, Huayi Brothers Media Corp.
Rating
PG (Action and Language)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Music, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 24, 2017, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 9, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$9.4M
Runtime
1h 30m
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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