A rigorously entertaining adventure story told through a spartan script and memorable set pieces, Heart of the Beast pays rousing tribute to man's best friend. (more)

My overall reception of the movie, I am compelled to admit, could have been swayed by the screening I attended, a promotional affair aimed at varied dog owners of New York City, and I was seated in a row directly ahead of a lovely red Golden Retriever named Violet, who is apparently running for New York’s “Dog Mayor.” (more)