Review of The Fox and the Hound (1981) by Tristan G — 20 Jun 2009

A truly moving film, but the ending is relentlessly and unpleasantly downbeat and feels truly out of place in this animated adventure.

This review of The Fox and the Hound (1981) was written by Tristan G on 20 Jun 2009.

The Fox and the Hound has generally received positive reviews.

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