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The fifth film version of the classic 19th century children's tale by Ouida (aka Marie-Louise de la Ramée), A Dog of Flanders tells the story of young Nello (Jesse James), a boy growing up with his gr... read more read more...andfather Jehan (Jack Warden) after the death of his parents. Although Jehan has little in the way of material wealth, he loves his grandson and tries to encourage him in his pursuits; Nello also has the support of his best friend Aloise (Madyline Sweeten) and the love of his faithful dog, Patrasche. Following in the footsteps of his late mother, Nello has an interest in art and has taken up drawing. His work catches the eye of Michel La Grande (Jon Voight), a famous artist who lives in town and offers Nello encouragement. However, as he grows older, the friendship between Nello (now played by Jeremy James Kissner) and Aloise (now played by Farren Monet) is jeopardized because her family feels that a lower-class boy like Nello is not a fit companion for a respectable girl like their daughter. Hoping to earn money and advance his career as an artist, Nello enters a competition for painters on the advice and coaching of La Grande. However, the prize goes to a less skilled but more socially prominent art student. Discouraged, Nello and Patrasche leave home for a journey that will teach them and those around them an important lesson about friendship. A Dog of Flanders represents a change of pace for director Kevin Brodie, whose previous credits include the college comedy Delta Pi and the thriller Treacherous. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 40 min.

Directed by: Kevin Brodie

Release Date: August 7, 1999

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DVD Release Date: May 6, 2003

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  • afed2013
    February 1, 2008
    afed2013
    a nice movie some sad parts and happy. it shows u u can really do what ever u want as long as u try!

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Polly M. Robertus
January 2, 2011
Polly M. Robertus, Common Sense Media

Old-fashioned, sentimental tale of determination. Full Review

Michael Dequina
November 24, 2009
Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com

The film is one that families will enjoy discovering and experiencing together. Full Review

Alex Sandell
March 4, 2003
Alex Sandell, Juicy Cerebellum

Horrible adaptation of a wonderful story. Rent the anime version, instead.

Blake French
March 24, 2001
Blake French, NutzWorld

enough spirit and the right attitude, but the rest of the essential elements of a successful movie just are not here.

Steve Rhodes
January 1, 2000
Steve Rhodes, Internet Reviews

One is tempted on such a promising but cliched movie to reduce it to a one-phrase review. The one for this picture would be: Needs more dog. Full Review

Elias Savada
January 1, 2000
Elias Savada, Nitrate Online

Step into the darkened theater and the familiar smell may not hit you immediately. Watch your step, though, because A Dog of Flanders is nothing but cinematic doggy poo. Full Review

Joe Leydon
June 17, 2008
Joe Leydon, Variety

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June 14, 2004
Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Jeff Strickler
November 6, 2002
Jeff Strickler, Minneapolis Star Tribune

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March 19, 2002
Globe and Mail

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