Heart of a Dog

1988Movie2 h 16 min

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

An intricate, intriguing drama movie about society and class and money, with standout dialogue and characters.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Story

In 1920s Moscow, shortly after the October Revolution, a stray dog named Sharik is taken in by Professor Preobrazhensky, a wealthy and respected surgeon. The professor performs a daring medical experiment on the dog that changes him into a human being. As the newly transformed Sharikov begins to navigate life in the professor’s apartment, his crude behavior and revolutionary ideas turn the household upside down.

Feels like

  • Soviet Satire
  • Medical Experiment
  • Transformation
  • Class Struggle
  • Social Commentary
  • Psychological Drama
  • Dark Humor
  • Iconic Adaptation

Cast

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Directed by
Vladimir Bortko

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Facts

November 11, 1988 · 2 h 16 min · Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
November 11, 1988
Runtime
2 h 16 min
Content
Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Science Fiction, TV Movie
Original language
Russian
Made in
Russia
Available in
2 countries

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Questions about Heart of a Dog

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Where can I stream Heart of a Dog?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Heart of a Dog worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 8.5).

Will Heart of a Dog make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly satire (8 of 10) and dark humor (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch Heart of a Dog?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for complexity and 8 for philosophical.

Is Heart of a Dog in English?

Russian

No, it was made in Russian.