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Big heart, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Violence3
- Scare2
Heart
Deeply moving and heartwarming
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos10
- Wholesome9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy0
World
Family, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality4
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
A Dog of Flanders is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and heartwarming
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, heartwarming, and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowFamily, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, history, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty1Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
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About
Poor but happy, young Nello and his grandfather live alone, delivering milk as a livelihood, in the outskirts of Antwerp, a city in Flanders (the Flemish or Dutch-speaking part of modern-day Belgium). They discover a beaten dog (a Bouvier, a large sturdy dog native to Flanders) and adopt it and nurse it back to health, naming it Patrasche, the middle name of Nello's mother Mary, who died when Nello was very young. Nello's mother was a talented artist, and like his mother, he delights in drawing, and his friend Aloise is his model and greatest fan and supporter.
Tearjerker DramaHistorical Period PieceBoy and His DogTragic Coming-of-AgeHeartwarming yet DevastatingFlemish Cultural SettingSentimental MelodramaArtistic Ambition vs. Poverty
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Is A Dog of Flanders worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 25%, and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Dog of Flanders rated?
PGDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is A Dog of Flanders?
1 h 36 min
A Dog of Flanders runs 1 h 36 min.
Is A Dog of Flanders based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on A Dog of Flanders?
Critics32
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate A Dog of Flanders higher (60) than critics (32). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was A Dog of Flanders a box office hit?
Budget$7 million
Box office$2 million
No. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 31% of its budget.
What language is A Dog of Flanders in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.
What tropes does A Dog of Flanders use?
Homeless HeroEngagement ChallengeCanine CompanionMissing MomStarving ArtistSnow Means DeathSpared by the AdaptationTogether in DeathDowner EndingRaised by GrandparentsHeel RealizationA Boy and His Xand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for A Dog of Flanders, including Homeless Hero, Engagement Challenge, Canine Companion.