The Cat Rescuers

Released Jul 5, 2019

1h 27m

Documentary

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13 Reviews

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In an effort to counter the increasingly uncontrollable issue of New York City's abandoned cat population, animal welfare activists have taken to the streets to attempt to help the animals through new techniques and adoption pushes.

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Leah Pickett

Chicago Reader

Cat people tend to be unfairly maligned, but in this documentary, they're heroes.

Sep 27, 2019

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Alissa Simon

Variety

While the production package is merely workman-like, the commitment, honesty and heart of the main interviewees makes the material compelling.

Jul 8, 2019

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Frank Scheck

Hollywood Reporter

[A] film which should prove catnip to feline lovers.

Jul 8, 2019

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MaryAnn Johanson

Flick Filosopher

A tiny, delicate, inspiring metaphor for the reshaping of attitudes we will need to make on a planetary scale, and for the effort we'll need to expend to clean up the enormous messes we have made.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 17, 2019

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Lee Jutton

Film Inquiry

I think that any animal lover will be inspired by this poignant film and the human faces that it puts on this incredibly important issue.

Aug 3, 2019

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Bobby LePire

Film Threat

Well-intentioned but not well made.

Rated: 5/10

Jul 11, 2019

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Audience Member

I bought this movie on iTunes after seeing the trailer. I grew up with cats-- mostly rescues or SPCA adoptions. I wish more people made films like this. The situation and the "stars" are accessible. It shines a light on a real problem, and a very real solution.It balances the awful truth with the also hopeful truth and possibility. It was an emotional watch, but not utterly depressing. I think more people really need to see this. It could open many more eyes and help solve the problem.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Audience Member

Great movie for any animal lover. Although the focus is on NYC rescuers, this is happening all over our country and I think that this movie would be perfect to discussion starter within communities who are having issues with feral cats as to what can be done about it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/10/23

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Audience Member

Absolutely worth watching! Authentic and heartwarming!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/29/23

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Audience Member

They are very dedicated and caring to do something about loving pets that society has thrown away. Good for them and shame on us. The scene where the guy said the cat was his best friend and he brings him to the acc knowing that there not a slight chance but a big chance his cat will be euthanized. He tried to play it off for the cameras no one is that stupid.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/12/23

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Audience Member

I thought this movie was very moving. It follows a number of local rescuers/volunteers who spend enormous time, energy, and their own money to help feral and abandoned cats in NYC. I recommend it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/15/23

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Audience Member

These filmmakers are storytellers of the first order. You're emotionally hooked from the get-go and come away thoroughly informed, and grateful that there are individuals like these making the world a better place for cats and people.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/06/23

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Synopsis

In an effort to counter the increasingly uncontrollable issue of New York City's abandoned cat population, animal welfare activists have taken to the streets to attempt to help the animals through new techniques and adoption pushes.

Director: Rob Fruchtman, Steve Lawrence
Producer: Rob Fruchtman, Steve Lawrence
Distributor: Balcony Releasing
Production Co: 24 Cats Per Second
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 5, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 15, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $7.0K
Runtime: 1h 27m

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