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Mes vies de chien

Original title: A Dog's Purpose
  • 2017
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
84K
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POPULARITY
3,674
363
Josh Gad in Mes vies de chien (2017)
The story of one devoted dog who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love.
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A dog discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable p... Read allA dog discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable pooch develops an unbreakable bond with Ethan.A dog discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable pooch develops an unbreakable bond with Ethan.

  • Director
    • Lasse Hallström
  • Writers
    • W. Bruce Cameron
    • Cathryn Michon
    • Audrey Wells
  • Stars
    • Josh Gad
    • Dennis Quaid
    • Peggy Lipton
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    84K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,674
    363
    • Director
      • Lasse Hallström
    • Writers
      • W. Bruce Cameron
      • Cathryn Michon
      • Audrey Wells
    • Stars
      • Josh Gad
      • Dennis Quaid
      • Peggy Lipton
    • 473User reviews
    • 127Critic reviews
    • 43Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations total

    Videos28

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    Bryce Dallas Howard Talks Shelby the Dog and Playing Non-Human Characters
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    Bryce Dallas Howard Talks Shelby the Dog and Playing Non-Human Characters
    Bryce Dallas Howard Talks Shelby the Dog and Playing Non-Human Characters
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    Bryce Dallas Howard Talks Shelby the Dog and Playing Non-Human Characters
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    A Dog's Purpose: Ethan Asks Hannah To Go On A Date
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    A Dog's Purpose: Ethan Asks Hannah To Go On A Date
    A Dog's Purpose: Maya Tries To Get Tino To Chase A Ball
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    A Dog's Purpose: Maya Tries To Get Tino To Chase A Ball

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    Josh Gad
    Josh Gad
    • Bailey
    • (voice)
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    Dennis Quaid
    Dennis Quaid
    • Adult Ethan
    Peggy Lipton
    Peggy Lipton
    • Adult Hannah
    Bryce Gheisar
    Bryce Gheisar
    • Ethan - 8 Years Old
    KJ Apa
    KJ Apa
    • Teen Ethan
    Juliet Rylance
    Juliet Rylance
    • Ethan's Mom
    Luke Kirby
    Luke Kirby
    • Ethan's Dad
    Gabrielle Rose
    Gabrielle Rose
    • Grandma Fran
    Michael Bofshever
    Michael Bofshever
    • Grandpa Bill
    Britt Robertson
    Britt Robertson
    • Teen Hannah
    Logan Miller
    Logan Miller
    • Todd
    Kirby Howell-Baptiste
    Kirby Howell-Baptiste
    • Maya
    Pooch Hall
    Pooch Hall
    • Al
    John Ortiz
    John Ortiz
    • Carlos
    Nicole LaPlaca
    Nicole LaPlaca
    • Wendi
    Primo Allon
    Primo Allon
    • Victor
    Peter Kelamis
    Peter Kelamis
    • Dad's Boss
    Caroline Cave
    Caroline Cave
    • Boss's Wife
    • Director
      • Lasse Hallström
    • Writers
      • W. Bruce Cameron
      • Cathryn Michon
      • Audrey Wells
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews473

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    8cinemacookie-08671

    Enjoyable with an inaccurate rating.

    Not the best movie I've seen but it was surprisingly good. Animal lovers will really like it. Ignore the idiots who spammed this with 1 stars. People overreacted after reading an article with a malicious narrative. Those people are morons and have tainted the rating of a rather likable film.
    10matthewbabstock

    Great Movie!

    I know, the scandal video made the movie's reputation go down drastically, but this movie is great! The dog wasn't actually harmed at all during filming, so there's nothing to worry about. The movie left me feeling happy. The movie was very enjoyable and I would recommend that you go and see it. The movie was very touching. I hope this movie does well because a lot of time and effort was put into it, and it did pay off, but the video stupid TMZ posted made people come and review this movie based on the scandal, before they had even SEEN the movie.I also recommend that especially dog lovers/animal lovers go see the movie because it's more understandable from an animal lovers/owners point of view.
    10jgtornado12

    One of the most heartfelt movies I've ever seen

    A Dog's Purpose is an awesome movie about a dog's love for their human. The movie literally portrays so many different ways that dogs are treated. A Dog's Purpose did an amazing job at building up raw emotion in a short amount of time. Very similar to the way we felt in Marley and Me. It is an absolute shame that this movie will be swept under the rug by many people because they believe everything they read on the internet. The videos show that "Hercules", the dog in the scene that went viral, was apparently being forced into the water. Hercules was chosen to do this scene because of his affinity to water. He was trained to jump in on the opposite side of the pool to what was shown in the video. After the trainer tried to calm him by letting him test out the water and the dog still was spooked, they stopped attempting the scene from that side. There were multiple people in the water if something happened. There was even a diver constantly under the dog at all times. However, PETA and every news organization does not want to report this because they just hop on a hot topic without any research. I have 7 dogs, 4 are rescues, and I used to work at a veterinary clinic, so I have seen so many cases of abuse and a dog getting wet is not a form of abuse. The movie builds a human's love for their dog, and it really portrays how a dog is truly a man's best friend. If this movie wasn't boycotted, I honestly feel like it could have led to many people adopting dogs from shelters so they can feel the same love that us dog owners have.
    8michaelbuday-65018

    Ignore PETA and their smear campaign. This is a wonderful film for the entire family

    This is a wonderful, heartwarming film about a dog that lives several lives with different families via reincarnation. Oh yes, and the dog is the narrator too.

    A little hokey? Yes.

    A perfect film? No.

    Does it satisfy the needs for parents wanting to take their kids to a film that celebrates how awesome dogs are? YES.

    Will dog loving audiences enjoy this film, absolutely.

    Given all the bad press and reviews of this film, I was expecting the theatre to be empty, but it was packed. Further, everyone applauded at the end. And it deserved that because it was fun and brought smiles and tears aplenty.
    8niharika254

    It's a beautiful movie. Watch it if you have ever had a dog!

    I prepared myself for this one. I really did. No matter what, I wasn't going to cry. It did take a major mental convincing every time though! But it worked. I didn't cry but I did feel a lump in my throat many times. But I didn't cry even though people were sobbing all around me. I simply focused on the bright side - the dogs! <3 I thought I would leave with a heavy heart but instead, I left with a smile on my face. :) A Dog's Purpose is a beautiful movie. It gets you loving, laughing, crying, and just to the right level, without overdoing it! Don't pay heed to the self proclaimed jury who think they can judge what happened based on an video that was released very timely. I decided to judge the movie based on what it is. And it's simple, beautiful, & true! If anyone has every had a dog, then you should watch it if you ever loved your dog. The ones we rescue, truly rescue us!

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    • Trivia
      Before theatrical release, controversy arose when behind-the-scenes footage surfaced and appeared to show a distressed dog being forcibly submerged in turbulent pool water during filming. As a result of the leaked footage, the filmmakers chose to cancel the U.S. premiere. Controversially, on February 4, 2017, the American Humane Association stated that the footage was misleadingly edited and no abuse occurred.
    • Goofs
      In 1961 or '2, Ethan is shown reading an apparently new issue of Captain America. This series had been out of print since 1953, until it was revived by Marvel Comics in 1964.
    • Quotes

      Bailey: [trailer only] I had a purpose, I was needed again and again and again. With each new life I was learning a new lesson.

    • Connections
      Featured in Fuck You, It's January!!!: Fuck You, It's Forever!!! (2017)
    • Soundtracks
      Oh Carolina
      Written by Justin Tapp

      Performed by Keith "Soul" Simmons

      Courtesy of BMG Production Music

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    • Release date
      • April 19, 2017 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • India
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La razón de estar contigo
    • Filming locations
      • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Dreamworks Pictures
      • Walden Media
      • Amblin Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $22,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $64,508,620
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $18,222,810
      • Jan 29, 2017
    • Gross worldwide
      • $205,035,819
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • Dolby Atmos
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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