
Red Dog(2011)
The legendary true story of the Red Dog who united a disparate local community while roaming the Australian outback in search of his long lost master.


“A true story of faith, devotion and undying love.”
Professor Wilson discovers a lost Akita puppy on his way home. Despite objections from his wife, Hachi endears himself to the family and grows to be Parker's loyal companion. As their bond grows deeper, a beautiful relationship unfolds.

Richard Gere
Parker Wilson

Joan Allen
Cate Wilson

Sarah Roemer
Andy

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa
Ken

Erick Avari
Jasjeet

Robbie Sublett
Michael

Davenia McFadden
Mary Anne

Jason Alexander
Carl

Kevin DeCoste
Ronnie (11 years)
Robert Degnan
Teddy Barnes
Hachi: A Dog's Tale is a drama, family film released in 2009 exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, pet, human animal relationship, family relationships, friends. Directed by Lasse Hallström, it stars Richard Gere, Joan Allen, Sarah Roemer. Professor Wilson discovers a lost Akita puppy on his way home. Despite objections from his wife, Hachi endears himself to the family and grows to be Parker's loyal companion. As their bond grows deeper, a beautiful relationship unfolds.
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