
The Dog of Flanders
We will be together always…
Directed by Yoshio Kuroda
Produced by Nippon Animation, Onkyo Eizo System Co., Ltd.
A tender, earnest coming-of-age story about an orphan boy's bond with his dog and his struggle to pursue artistic dreams despite village cruelty.
Nello Tarth is a poor but happy orphan who lives with his grandfather Jehan and his dog Patrasche in a little village near Antwerp. He spends his days drawing and delivering milk. When Nello decides to enter an art contest, he experiences firsthand the ignorance and cruelty of the villagers of the town. Nonetheless, with the help of his beloved dog, Nello perseveres to achieve his dream.
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Questions people ask
Does The Dog of Flanders end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of films.
Is The Dog of Flanders easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is The Dog of Flanders scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Dog of Flanders violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is The Dog of Flanders sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like The Dog of Flanders
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Dog of Flanders
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Dog of Flanders, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Dog of Flanders, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Dog of Flanders, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.























































