'The Friend' is a poignant film directed by Scott McGehee and David Siegel, centered around a Great Dane named Apollo, highlighting the struggles of pet ownership in New York City. Unlike typical dog movies, it refrains from giving the dog a voice, keeping his thoughts a mystery, which deeply resonates with the audience. Naomi Watts stars as Iris, who inherits Apollo after the passing of his mentor, Walter (Bill Murray). The film eloquently explores themes of loss, connection, and the complexities of relationships, enriched by intelligent dialogue and a literary backdrop.
The noble profile of a solemn, aging Great Dane named Apollo dominates Scott McGehee and David Siegel's 'The Friend,' a movie about the difficulties of caring for a pet in New York City.
We don't ever really know what's going through his head, and that's sort of the point. The film's unique approach focuses on Apollo without trying to anthropomorphize him.
Naomi Watts delivers a relatably harried and fragile performance as Iris, an author and creative-writing instructor who ends up with Apollo after the sudden death of his owner.
The Friend, adapted from a National Book Award-winning novel, presents an exploration of themes about relationships and the impact of loss in a meticulously crafted cinematic experience.
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