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The Call of the Wild (2020) - Movie Review

Another Remake

While movies studios seem to be lacking ideas, one questions remaking a movie that has been made at least three other times (1935, 1976, and 1993). I can't remember which version I watched so many years ago. I may be confusing it with White Fang that I watch so many years ago. Limitations in the past meant that all dog performances were done by actual dogs. The technology has caught up with most visions for stories. This version is the first to cast a human as a dog.

Review

This movie was a victim of the COVID-19 virus and released early on streaming services. I thought I was getting a good deal at the time, but the movie went on sale for $10 a few weeks after I purchase it. Harrison Ford delivers a great performance as an old man alone in the Alaskan Yukon. Terry Notary delivers a nice performance as the dog, Buck. I was surprised to see Karen Gillan in this movie. I was impressed by the number of scenes where the dog appeared to be a real dog. The movie moves at a good pace. The story is family friendly which I feel is sorely lacking in today's industry. I enjoyed watching this movie.

Rating

I would give the movie a HD rating. This movie is worth adding to your collection if you can find it under $10. I was able to pick up my UHD copy for $15 from Vudu.


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