
Beethoven
The head of the family is the one with the tail.
Directed by Brian Levant
Produced by Northern Lights Entertainment, Universal Pictures
A heartwarming family comedy about a lovable St. Bernard who fills an emotional void and brings a fractured household together while evading a villainous veterinarian.
The Newton family live in their comfortable home, but there seems to something missing. This "hole" is filled by a small puppy, who walks into their home and their lives. Beethoven, as he is named, grows into a giant of a dog... a St Bernard. Doctor Varnick, the local vet has a secret and horrible sideline, which requires lots of dogs for experiments. Beethoven is on the bad doctor's list.
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Is Beethoven easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 98% of films.
Does Beethoven end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.
Is Beethoven sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.
Is Beethoven scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Beethoven violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
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Conventional, and it does not land.
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Like Beethoven
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Beethoven
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Beethoven, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Beethoven, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Beethoven, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































