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Tearjerker drama produced by and starring Richard Gere. Based on the true story of Hachiko, a dog in 1920s Tokyo who entered Japanese folklore for his incredible loyalty to his master, the film is a remake of the 1987 film 'Hachiko Monogatari' by Seijiro Koyama. When college professor Parker Wilson (Gere) takes in an abandoned dog, Hachi, an unbreakable bond develops between the pair. At the same time every day, Hachi waits for the professor at the station to welcome him home from work. After the professor dies while away from home, the dog continues to wait at the station for his master for almost a decade.
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A drama based on the true story of a college professor's bond with the abandoned dog he takes into his home.
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79 of 80 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
This film is based on a true story that happened in Japan in the late 1920s and 1930s and which was made into a Japanese film in the 1980s. Although transposed to late 20th/early 21st century Rhode Island, the transposition has beeen handled superbly and the tale has been altereed very little - the substance and underlying story remaining intact. It tells of a dog's utter devotion and love for a man that transcends everything and I can't imagine enyone with feelings of humanity and respect for animals not being moved by it. For animal lovers it is very moving and I freely admit that as a relatively hardened 50-something man I cried. The story is simple and without sub-plots or other complications and cinematic twists but it still held me almost spellbound by its beauty and poignancy; the simplicity helps the film tell its story and show what it is trying to say without distractions. Yes, it is a sad tale but ultimately it speaks of hope and love in a way that I found really beautiful. Maybe I'm just an old softy really but I can't imagine how anyone could fail to be moved by what I saw - those who have criticised it heavily must have been watching a different film.
31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By R. J. Reeves
Format:DVD
For the last hour of this film , I cried like a baby. It is truely a wonderfull film . I dont think it will ever leave me. I gave my dog an extra long cuddle that night , let me tell you . I cant recommend this film enough . Fabulous , but make sure you have a big box of tissues at hand , You will need them !
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Helene
Format:DVD
At first I was very skeptical when I saw that Richard Gere was staring in this movie about a dog. Since it was movie night, my friends and I watched it just for fun, since my friends are quite difficult to please when it comes to movies - they don't want horror, fantasy, action, etc. Anyway, I am digressing! At first the movie started slowly and going along quite blandly but eventually we were taken in by the cute dog called Hachiko. For me, the dog was the main star here. He is so adorable and cute. Toward the end, when Hachiko waited in vain for his owner to return home, we all were crying. The dog's devotion and loyalty was very touching. To tell you honestly, the acting of Richard Gere and Joan Allen were very forgettable but it was the main star dog Hachiko that made this movie a hit. Or maybe I just love animals.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Soppietts film ever
This is a family film for which you need a box of handkerchiefs. My daughter bought it because she loves dogs and I cried buckets. I would recommend everyone to watch this film.
Published 3 days ago by daniel bratton
5.0 out of 5 stars
belta film
With having 2 akitas already..watching this I absolutely loved it..I sat in cried my eyes out..could certainly sit and watch it over and over again..x
Published 13 days ago by akita_lover
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great story, have a box of tissues on hand.
Just a great heart warming story and why the longer i live the more I love animals. Buy a box of tissues.
Published 21 days ago by Michael Kirkpatrick
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hachi, lovely story for all the family to view.
Saw this film when visiting American family in usa last year, decided I wanted my copy and one for our grandchildren here in Scotland.
Published 26 days ago by Stanley Scoular
5.0 out of 5 stars
good film
This film been on my imdb doggy films list for ages but
Just seen Hachi it was very good film not as sad as I was expecting though and seem to end really quick I give it a 7... Read more
Just seen Hachi it was very good film not as sad as I was expecting though and seem to end really quick I give it a 7... Read more
Published 27 days ago by D. Fortune
5.0 out of 5 stars
blu ray
the dvd came the very next day i was impressed with the speed it came at and im very happy with what i got :)
Published 27 days ago by Mike
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent film to watch for avid dog lovers ,
I like dogs and this story touched my heart ,a sad ending though , It made me wonder what really went on in the dogs mind all the time he was waiting for his beloved master,very... Read more
Published 28 days ago by ronald farley
3.0 out of 5 stars
Extremely beautiful movie, quality of dvd very poor
The movie was awesome. Very nice story. Unfortunately the quality of the dvd was not good, but managed to watch and enjoy the movie regardless.
Published 28 days ago by Isabella Idda
5.0 out of 5 stars
the service was very good
i thought it was very good quality and watching iwill be telling my friends all about it thanks so much
Published 1 month ago by gail
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant film
I've watched it several times and will watch it again and again. Not sure if I prefer the dog or Richard Gere - they are both great!!! Would recommend!!!
Published 1 month ago by Tiny
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