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6. Because of Winn-Dixie (2005)
Who doesn’t adore watching young AnnaSophia Rob on the big screen, with her adorable smile and cheeky attitude? She’s a true gem in this family comedy-drama, as an adorable 10 year-old who has just moved with her father into a new town in Florida. After witnessing a dog causing disruptive chaos in a local supermarket, she claims to be his owner and happily takes her new friend home. A great friendship starts to form, leading to new encounters with an elder librarian and a strange woman with bottles hanging from a tree in her backyard. However, Winn-Dixie does not always behave and much like Marley, often creates damage or other mischiefs.
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5. Parenthood (1989)
Apart from the mayhem caused by his dear dog, John also struggles balancing his career input with his family contribution in “Marley and Me”, an aspect found in various films depicting adulthood. Here, we have exactly that issue laid upon Gil Buckman, a sales executive dedicated to his work who finds himself doubting his fatherly effort when he realises the issues his 3 children are facing as they grow up. At the same time, his wife is pregnant of their fourth child and his relatives encounter similar changes, which raises the pressure higher than it already was. A comedic drama on family and on one’s roles as a parent, child and spouse.
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4. Lady and The Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure (2001)
Marley’s witty misbehaviour is clearly the best part of the dog’s character, a trait that is simply always hilarious to watch. Luckily for us, many have used that element before, especially in a film fully led by dogs. After the success and never-ending appreciation of “Lady and the Tramp”, released in 1955, a sequel was made 46 years laters in which the protagonists introduce their three ladylike daughters and their rebellious and mischievous son Scamp. Scamp is going to lead the audience into a hilarious adventure, where this sneaky little character will cause a lot of trouble for us to cheer. Of course, do not expect the beautiful enchantment of the original, however you can prepare for a fun and modernised version of our favourite animated dogs.
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3. We Bought A Zoo (2011)
If you like animals, well then you’ve landed on the right pick. Like the title suggests, there will be lions, bears, zebras and a whole lot of other beautiful and varied creatures.With Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson on the cover, “We Bought A Zoo” offers a highly entertaining, amusing and heart-warming picture, perfect for a family reunion or other afternoon-delights. It follows a widowed father of two who decides to buy a new house in order to make a fresh start from the difficult past. After unsuccessfully searching, they finally find the perfect house, a peculiar one which comes together with a closed zoo in the back. Papers signed, new keys in the pocket, let the adventure start.
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2. Beethoven (1992)
There’s no other king of misconduct, other than the one and only Beethoven. Famous for his hilarious pranks and chaotic disturbances, he certainly captivated a large audience, as the film developed into a series of 8 other sequels following its 1992 release. It follows the story of a family who adopts a St.Bernard, a dog that soon becomes the centre of attention around the house. From the dirt brought inside and the dragging of terrace tables, he has got it all to make the father’s life a living hell. However, he is loved for his kindness and loyalty that shines through the first impression of him being a walking chaos. There’s clearly nothing better than a big furry friend.
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1. Hachi : A Dog’s Tale (2009)
A simple yet impactful story for all those dog- and pet-lovers out there who have shed a tear or two at the ending of “Marley and Me”. Based on an incredible true story and remade from a 1987 Japanese film, it is a film that honours the beauty and power of the strong relationship between man and dog. Richard Gere plays the part of a professor, Parker Wilson, who finds an Akita puppy at the train station and takes it home, only to become his best friend during a year-long bond, where love and loyalty have never been this strong. Hachi, the puppy turned grown dog, installs a routine in which he patiently waits for his owner at the train station at the time of his return, even after his death, until his own body can not stand any longer. Truly emotional and heart-grabbing, it is a beautiful true story not to forget.
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