Patrick

After watching the trailer, I thought this film was a light hearted romantic comedy. While watching it, I realised it was more of a family film with a lot of romantic comedy elements in it. It is fun, positive and squeaky clean. I enjoyed it.

Me and my girlfriend love pugs so we thought why not. Actually a decent movie. Of course its a family film so needs to attract a younger audience but its a really feel good film i could put on during a gloomy afternoon. And its got a pug like come on people!

So much better than expected, not your usual CGI pet talking plop. Animals were cute without it feeling fake. Story was funny, then sad followed by a twist or two, ending in happily ever after. Super cast of top actors. Best way to spend 2 hours of air conditioned bliss in a heat wave and I came away pleased that i'd only nearly spent our life savings on a small carton of pop corn and a soft drink but the film was good value after all.

Keep in mind, I say this while giving all credit to Patrick, the dog, HE is the most natural actor in the whole film: it's a cute film! There are scenes that are predictable, i.e. the young woman whose life is a mess, and gets messier... The scenes with Patrick are absolutely priceless! It's worth it to get through the movie just to see those scenes with Patrick. Patrick has a big ego, but he's very lovable and loyal. The reviews that are critical, they are critics and I get it, but it's rare to find a film that you can recommend it to friends and family, it's a clean film that will at least leave you smiling at the end. As many funny parts, there's just as many cheesy parts that make you want to roll your eyes, but I've seen it twice now and I'll probably see it a few more times.

This was silly and ridiculous at times, but was overall a funny pick-me-up film. If you're looking for something light, positive, and family-friendly this would be a great choice.