It’s easy enough to summarize the story—just a few lines will do—but scene by scene, it reaches a different level of depth. This seemingly ordinary tale unfolds over less than a week and gently captures your attention. It's a well-balanced film; I have to admit, it wasn’t what I anticipated, but it still delivered quality in an unexpected way. The movie takes us to various locations to emphasize the concept and shows how people behave during difficult times. I appreciated its rich screenplay and the overall production values. The pacing was slow, requiring patience from the viewer. It begins in a snowy Canadian neighborhood and soon follows Tomas as he says goodbye to his family before boarding a plane for Madrid to visit an old friend, Julian. This unexpected trip gives Julian, a single father, an opportunity to discuss his future plans, particularly regarding his beloved dog, Truman. The rest of the film chronicles their time together as they reveal previously unknown aspects about each other. Yes, the title refers to a dog character—it took some time to understand its significance and importance to the movie. For almost the entire running time, it didn't fully click until the final scene, which is when I truly connected with it; I think that was an ideal way to conclude things. I enjoy this kind of theme; it’s when my more sensitive side emerges and I feel a deeper connection to the characters or the story intended to evoke emotion. However, it wasn't the tearjerker drama I had hoped for or expected it to be. > "People don't know what to say to me. > They smell death and they get scared." This is another unique narration that places friendship at the forefront of a simple journey. While the plot revolves around two friends’ four days spent wandering, it also explores family issues, particularly the father-son relationship, albeit briefly but powerfully. It felt slow initially, but the second half became very interesting once you become comfortable with the characters and there's enough story development to move forward. It was more meaningful than I initially thought, though not overtly humorous. The comedic moments were dark, which was unfortunate; even a small smile would have been welcome. Much of the conflict stemmed from disagreements between the friends about their decisions, but ultimately they resolved these differences as the characters matured and gained understanding. The comedy label feels like an afterthought, but it’s actually a very absorbing topic throughout its progression until the final minute. I was disappointed by a sex scene that felt jarringly out of place with the rest of the story. It appeared abruptly during a smooth sequence, feeling completely inappropriate. That brief 100-second segment shifted the movie's rating from PG-13 to R, despite the absence of explicit nudity. The performances were effortless and exceptional, especially from the two leads including Argentinian actor Ricardo Darin. And I shouldn’t forget the dog in the title role, though his screen time was unfortunately limited. This film isn't designed to resonate with every viewer, so it will likely disappoint some, particularly due to its slow pace and lack of a traditional musical score. Therefore, choose carefully, considering what the movie offers against what you expect from it. Overall, it’s certainly worth trying. 7/10

Source on TMDB