Review of My Dog Tulip (2010) by Eric A — 22 Sep 2010
This is a very adult animated film based on J. R. Ackerly's book from the late 60s. A precursor to the Marley and Me story with a twist. From the author's relationship with Tulip, we gain insight into a very isolated and clueless man.
A very solitary man he is and perhaps imposes too much meaning onto Tulip's natural needs. Christopher Plummer narrates and Lynn Redgrave adds her voice to the mix. It turns out to be her last film.
Can I say that this movie moved me? No unfortunately I saw a person filled with loneliness and had an inability to deal with life, ; he did not even understand that perhaps it was best not to breed Tulip.
He should have been out there to try to get into the ring of life and find his romance. Tulip was an adorable dog and beautifully drawn. The artwork reminded me of the New Yorker magazine of the 60s, then it would swing into doodles that were actually on lined paper.
The bestial relationship implied throughout the psycholoanalitical approach sometimes caused you to wonder about your own relationship to your pet and the world around you. For that reason it might be interesting to see this movie.
There's a lot of humor in the poop and the in heat category. So have fun!!
This review of My Dog Tulip (2010) was written by Eric A on 22 Sep 2010.
My Dog Tulip has generally received positive reviews.
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