Benji
(G, 1:26:00, Released 1974)
| Genres: | Action & Adventure, Kids & Family |
| Release Date: | Oct 17, 1974 |
| DVD Release Date: | Aug 17, 2004 |
| Starring: | Patsy Garrett, Allen Fiuzat, Cynthia Smith, Peter Breck, Edgar Buchanan, Frances Bavier, Terry Carter, Christopher Connelly, Tom Lester, Mark Slade |
| Directed by: | Joe Camp |
| Synopsis: | An instant family classic, Benji is shot mostly from the a dog's-eye view , adding even more characterization to a title character well-played by canine veteran Higgins. Benji is an intelligent homeless mutt adopted by a loving family; when the kids are kidnapped, it's the little dog to the rescue in the best tradition of bigger doggie heroes like Rin Tin Tin and Lassie. Believe it or not, Higgins really acts; his captivating performance and the simple, straightforward telling of the story makes for all-around family fun. A sequel didn't fare as well, but the original Benji is still a furry favorite. ~ Don Kaye, Rovi |
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February 13, 2011
not my type film
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September 29, 2009
I love Benji, a real childhood favourite!
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August 17, 2007
All the kids wanted to see this little dog on the big screen in the 70's. But now the little mutt is mostly forgettable. It was a family movie cash-in, like many of the films today.
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January 25, 2007
benji is always decent
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October 11, 2007
Classic.
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July 24, 2008
old school here..still heart rendering ...
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February 14, 2008
One of my fave movies growing up as a kid
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December 23, 2007
A personal favorite!
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December 30, 2010
I loved this movie. I saw it when I was about 5. It was entertaining and yet kind of sad. I loved the dog and his name so much that I named a stuffed dog after it. :P
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September 4, 2010
One of the cutest animal movies ever. Good for a teary-eyed ending. Real wholesome family fun, unlike the crap Disney spits out. .
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February 24, 2009
Little ones will be happy, but adults with fond memories of the '70s film will feel like they've been force-fed Snausages.
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May 23, 2008
Benji is such an awesome dog! This really is a cheesy 70s family film but the dogs were still awesome. I only wish there was a making of but there were no special features.
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September 9, 2007
I was 14 when this movie came out and I thought it was so cute. Now that I'm considerably older, my tastes have changed.
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July 20, 2007
I LOVED this dog when I was a little girl and first saw this movie! You can't beat childhood memories, now can ya'?
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June 12, 2007
I"ve seen most of it on TCM. I'd really like to see the whole thing. I love all the other Benji movies. Plus, I'm a sucker for dog movies.
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February 23, 2007
I remember this movie growing up, it was so cute, and everyone I knew (including me) wanted a dog just like Benji.
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January 18, 2007
Don't remember this one clearly enough to give it above/below an average rating. A re-viewing is in order.
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December 18, 2006
The acting is pretty bad but Benjis acting was better than his human costars. He has got to be the most talented dog ever to hit the screen. The director did a fantastic job and his directing with Benji makes it seem as if you can feel exactly what Benji is feeling. I think it is a fantastic film and that all children should watch it. How could you resist that dogs adorable face.
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October 26, 2006
Everytime I think about this movie, I get hungry for vanilla pudding...you have to see it to understand.
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October 2, 2006
I remember watching this when I was little...everyone loved Benji and wanted one of their own...(smile)
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August 1, 2006
I love dogs and Benji is one of those special dogs. I think I actually like him better than Lassie.
