Lassie

Set in 1938, a loyal collie travels over 1,000 miles from northern Scotland to Yorkshire to return to her young friend. The dog, having been sold to a wealthy Duke because the boy's father was out of work, runs away and braves starvation and treacherous conditions to follow the pull of her heart toward the family who loves her. "Bring plenty of hankies if you accompany your children to this latest screen incarnation of the beloved collie." (Hollywood Reporter)

"…there’s just something refreshingly quaint and classic about the Lassie stories, something so pure about the idea that the relationship between a boy and his dog can provide not just satisfying family entertainment, but a transforming moviegoing experience." -Christy Lemire (AP)