My Dog Skip (2000)

A shy boy grows up in 1940s Mississippi with the help of his beloved dog, Skip.

Director:

Jay Russell

Writers:

Willie Morris (book), Gail Gilchriest (screenplay)

Stars:

Frankie Muniz, Kevin Bacon, Diane Lane

7 wins & 4 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Luke Wilson	...	Dink
Frankie Muniz	...	Willie Morris
Kevin Bacon	...	Jack Morris
Diane Lane	...	Ellen Morris
Mark Beech	...	Army Buddy
Susan Carol Davis	...	Mrs. Jenkins
David Pickens	...	Mr. Jenkins
Bradley Coryell	...	Big Boy Wilkinson
Daylan Honeycutt	...	Henjie Henick
Cody Linley	...	Spit McGee
Lucile Doan Ewing	...	Aunt Maggie
Polly Craig	...	Grandmother Mamie
John Stiritz	...	Grandfather Percy
Enzo	...	Skip
Moose	...	Skip

Storyline

A shy boy is unable to make friends in Yazoo City, Mississippi in 1942, until his parents give him a terrier puppy for his ninth birthday. The dog, which he names Skip, becomes well known and loved throughout the community and enriches the life of the boy, Willie, as he grows into manhood. Based on the best-selling Mississippi memoir by the late Willie Morris.

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Plot Keywords:

mississippi | dog | 1940s | war veteran | crypt | 

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Taglines:

Every family needs an optimist.

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Family | Sport

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for some violent content and mild language

Details

Official Sites:

Warner Bros.

Country:

USA

Language:

English German

Release Date:

3 March 2000 (USA)

Also Known As:

Mi perro Skip

Filming Locations:

Canton, Mississippi, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$6,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$56,941, 16 January 2000, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$34,099,640, 4 July 2000

Company Credits

Production Co:

Alcon Entertainment, MDS Productions LLC

Technical Specs

Runtime:

95 min

Sound Mix:

DTS Dolby Digital SDDS Dolby SR

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Visa d'exploitation en France #100044.

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Goofs

When Willie Morris (Frankie Muniz) is in the woods with his Dad Jack (Kevin Bacon) and Skip and they hear a gunshot from hunters, Jack pushes Willie down and says to take a knee while hollering to the hunters, "Hello! Over here at 3 o'clock!" Only problem is, they don't know which direction the hunters are facing, so they have no idea where they are in relation to the hunters. Saying "3 o'clock" is totally irrelevant, only the sound of their voice gives the hunters knowledge of their direction.

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Quotes

Narrator: Like all dogs, Skip was colorblind. He made friends easily with people of all races and origins. The town was segregated back then, but as we know, dogs are a whole lot smarter than people.

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Connections

Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #25.7 (2001)

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Soundtracks

Lullaby of Broadway
Performed by Richard Himber and His Orchestra (as Richard Himber & His Orchestra)
Written by Harry Warren & Al Dubin
Published by Warner Bros. Music Corp. (ASCAP)
Courtesy of RCA Records Label of BMG Entertainment

User Reviews

an endearing film with heart

I loved this movie from start to finish. "My Dog Skip" reminded me a lot of a 1998 movie called "Simon Birch" from the narrator to the feeling I got inside while watching both films.

I was also thrilled to learn that Kevin Bacon was a part of this cast because he is an actor that has presence. Every time he is on screen it is as if the screen shines. "My Dog Skip" also stars one the best child stars around named Frankie Muniz. When talking about natural talent this kid has it. Rounding out this cast is Diane Lane and Luke Wilson.

As Haley Joel Osment did with his performance last year in "The Sixth Sense," Frankie Muniz stole the show this year with his in "My Dog Skip."

This may not be an original idea but it is presented in such a way that works. "My Dog Skip" is refreshing and non-violent film that allows everyone to sit back and relax. All I have to say about this film is bravo on a movie well done on the acting as well as the directing. Everything about the film was terrific.

I wish I could live the life of this kid and have a dog this loyal and obedient. I really enjoyed this movie from start to finish.

I recommend that everyone watch "MY DOG SKIP."