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The Dog Problem

  • 20062006
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  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
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The Dog Problem (2006)
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Comedy
When Solo, the writer of one book, runs out of money for therapy, his therapist suggests getting a dog. Problems arise.When Solo, the writer of one book, runs out of money for therapy, his therapist suggests getting a dog. Problems arise.When Solo, the writer of one book, runs out of money for therapy, his therapist suggests getting a dog. Problems arise.
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
3.3K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
68,235
10,622
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    • Director
      • Scott Caan
    • Writer
      • Scott Caan
    • Stars
      • Giovanni Ribisi
      • Lynn Collins
      • Scott Caan
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Scott Caan
    • Writer
      • Scott Caan
    • Stars
      • Giovanni Ribisi
      • Lynn Collins
      • Scott Caan
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    • 27User reviews
    • 14Critic reviews

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    The Dog Problem
    Trailer 2:32
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    Giovanni Ribisi and Lynn Collins in The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi and Mena Suvari in The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi and Lynn Collins in The Dog Problem (2006)
    Mena Suvari in The Dog Problem (2006)
    Scott Caan in The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi and Scott Caan at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Mena Suvari at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Mena Suvari at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Giovanni Ribisi, Mena Suvari, and Scott Caan at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)
    Scott Caan at an event for The Dog Problem (2006)

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    Giovanni Ribisi
    Giovanni Ribisi
    • Solo
    Lynn Collins
    Lynn Collins
    • Lola
    Scott Caan
    Scott Caan
    • Casper
    Kevin Corrigan
    Kevin Corrigan
    • Benny
    Mena Suvari
    Mena Suvari
    • Jules
    Sarah Shahi
    Sarah Shahi
    • Candy
    Tito Ortiz
    Tito Ortiz
    • Frank
    Kimo Leopoldo
    Kimo Leopoldo
    • Ted
    Brian Goodman
    Brian Goodman
    • Joe the Guard
    Jennifer Carpenter
    Jennifer Carpenter
    • Redheaded Waitress
    Laura Katz
    Laura Katz
    • Late Night Waitress
    Joanna Krupa
    Joanna Krupa
    • Taffy
    Crispian Belfrage
    Crispian Belfrage
    • Jeffrey the Butler
    Med Abrous
    • Brad
    Melissa Keller
    Melissa Keller
    • Escalator Girl
    Liz Carey
    Liz Carey
    • Angry Ketchup Waitress
    Jimmy the Dog
    Jimmy the Dog
    • Spot
    Steve Jones
    Steve Jones
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      Hana Mae Lee's debut.
    • Goofs
      When Solo and Casper are having breakfast in the diner Solo's plate keeps switching position on the table between shots. First it is in front of him, then it's to his right, and then it switches back again.
    • Quotes

      Solo: Life is a delicate negotiation.

    • Soundtracks
      Walking in L.A.
      Performed by Missing Persons

    User reviews27

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    6/10
    Man's best friend
    Solo, a depressed young writer, is told by his analyst to get a dog; this way, he will not feel as lonely. Little does he know that everyone he meets wants to have the dog! Solo's life in Los Angeles is dull up until the time he decides to buy the dog in a shopping mall. Solo is not prepared for the work and the responsibility of owning a puppy, let alone trying to keep it to himself.

    This dark comedy was written and directed, as well as acted by Scott Caan. We were impressed by his "Dallas 362", his debut as a director. "The Dog Problem" shows a talented Scott Caan who no doubt will go to do better things, although this is not a movie for everyone since the material will be enjoyed by some audiences and hated by others.

    The best thing in the picture is, without a doubt, Giovanni Ribisi, who runs away with it. This actor keeps surprising us. He is not exactly a matinée idol, yet, he is always an interesting figure in any film in which participates. Scott Caan has a small role as a photographer. Lynn Collins, Mena Suvari, and the excellent Kevin Corrigan, are seen in minor roles.
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    • Aug 20, 2008

    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 7, 2007 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Собача проблема
    • Filming locations
      • California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Dog Problem LLC
      • Thousand Words
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,344
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $914
      • Apr 29, 2007
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,344
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 28 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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