Batchuluun Urjindorj,
Buyandulam Daramdadi,
Daramdadi Batchuluun,
Batbayar Batchuluun,
Nansalmaa Batchuluun
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The Story of the Weeping Camel director Byambasuren Davaa returns to the helm to further explore the bond between man and beast with this tale of a young Mongolian girl who rescues a stray dog, and th... read more
DVD Release Date: February 13, 2007
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Flixster Reviews (234)
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November 24, 2010Yes, this certainly is one beautifully done flilm. Yes, those children were unbelievably adorable. And yes, the scenery is magnificant. But...I almost fell asleep a few times. It is very. very slow moving and uneventful. The family seems so perfect, so free and untroubled in thei... read more
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March 29, 2010One summer in the life of a young Mongolian girl and her family. Director Byambasuren Davaa effectively accentuates the drama of daily routine, giving the entire film a National Geographic aura.
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March 8, 2008To enjoy this movie, you would have had to live outside the US for a period of time, most Americans couln't grasp it. A Foregin Film, all unknown actors, Children might enjoy it.
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March 2, 2009what a beautifully shot and simple look at a world and community so foreign to many. i'm totally moving to mongolia.
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September 24, 2007Anyone who loves dogs/cats should see this. Simple story with beautiful shots of Mongolia/Mongol ppl, just wonderful.
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September 2, 2007An interesting look at the life and legends of the Mongolian nomadic shepherds. Educational, but a very light amount of plot involved in this.
Critic Reviews
January 25, 2007
Eleanor Ringel Gillespie, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
December 15, 2006
Bruce Westbrook, Houston Chronicle
This is no heart-tugging family drama; rather it's a contemplative, compassionate portrait of a hardy people. Offered as a borderline documentary, it proceeds in long, uncluttered takes. Full Review
December 8, 2006
Bill Stamets, Chicago Sun-Times
This unassuming drama of a nomad family brims with small marvels. Full Review
December 7, 2006
Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune
... a movie without commercial pizzazz but with plenty of art-film treasures. Full Review
December 7, 2006
Andrea Gronvall, Chicago Reader
... despite the exotic locale and the photogenic moppets, that's not enough for a satisfying movie. Full Review
November 30, 2006
Colin Covert, Minneapolis Star Tribune
The Cave of the Yellow Dog is simple, powerful, back-to-basics filmmaking.
November 24, 2006
Bruce Newman, San Jose Mercury News
If you've never seen a yurt taken down, I highly recommend it. Otherwise, not so much.
November 24, 2006
Walter V. Addiego, San Francisco Chronicle
Those who can get in track with its serene rhythm will be rewarded. Full Review
November 24, 2006
Janice Page, Boston Globe
If you want to see straight into the reincarnated soul of this culture, Davaa proves once again that she has the understanding and insight, if not always the storytelling skills, to take you there. Full Review
November 23, 2006
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
A timeless movie, and offers a rare chance for the whole family to take a spectacular cinematic trip across continents and cultures. Full Review
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