The Adventures of Greyfriars Bobby

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You ruined it by casting the incorrect breed. The star of the movie is a Skye Terrier, not a Westie. The Westie is as cool and cute as a button! But, how could you! Poor, poor Bobby.

Whatever be Dog's stories I'm in due already hang out with five of those men's best friends, based on true story of little Tessier Bobby at Edinburgh around 1860, reading all reviews here, some arguing that story isn't accurate, however a question remains, what movie portraits the real events totally accuracy? Well hard to find due it needs an adaptation to became it fully engaging in the sight of the audience, by imputing some villains to improve the dramatism. The Constable John Grey (Thomas Lockyer) has an esteemed Terrier dog whereby together with the little boy Ewan Adams (Oliver Golding) used to go a nearby hill, where the wind blows hard, very akin with whistling ghostly sound, John Grey comes to die soon, buried at Greyfriars's graveyard, Bobby instead to stay at widow's home, he usually sit down at John Grey's gravesite mostly of time and all night long, leaving the spot to catch rats, Somehow it's backed by the local Minister Lee that used to make harsh criticism addressed to powerful owner of textile mills Duncan Smithie (Sean Pertwee) and also Lord Cecil Johnson maintainer director of foster home, such criticizes over lack of investment of Old City that remains in unhealthy conditions, it turns back against the Dog little Bobby whereof the Minister Lee has a great concern, thus Booby becomes the target of rage from the duo. After many failed attempts to avoid and keep the little Dog farthest away, the infamous duo find out a loophole in the law, every stray dogs without owner should be sacrificed, here is the real issue, the Bobby's former owner already died, actually he living at Greyfriars John Gray's graveyard, thus he is ownerless Dog and fits in the law of stray dogs, therephore...... The casting is mostly unknown for us aside Christopher Lee that appears just in last section together with Ian Richardson as the Judge, it wasn't a Disney production whatsoever, although has many akin elements that improve the picture as follow, set in Victorian age it displayed the old Edinburgh utterly authentic and all place around as alleys, cobbled streets, ancient textiles mill and graveyard as well, without forget the supporting casting with colorful characters as the Coconut Tam, and good-nature cemetery's keeper among others. Thanks for reading. Resume: First watch: 2023 / Source: DVD / How many: 1 / Rating: 7.

THE ADVENTURES OF GREYFRIARS BOBBY is an unashamedly sentimental re-telling of the true story about a dog that refused to leave his master's grave, becoming a legend of the city of Edinburgh in the process. The film's budget is fine, but the script goes for cheesy sentiment and there are plenty of bizarre directorial touches, including a random supernatural aspect and silly scenes that attempt to turn the thing into a kind of superhero movie with the dog posited as a crime-fighter and genius. The only reason this is watchable is the presence of numerous talented actors in the supporting cast doing the best they can: Gina McKee, James Cosmo, Sean Pertwee, Ronald Pickup, Ardal O'Hanlon, and in particular Christopher Lee, all shine.

Although the film appears to be rather ordinary to some, it is the essence of the film, loyalty and dedication, that deserves a rating of 10. While observing the film, the severe winter could be felt. The abject poverty under which Bobby's master lived led to thinking that Bobby understood since he too, was subjected to the harshness of such a life of meager meals and shelter. The wonder of it was startling that such sensitivity was ingrained in Bobby's, humble, sublime character. Whether displayed in an expensive production or a low-budget film, Bobby's devotion to his master, is luminescent, radiating beyond the screen. It is "enduring" and that after all, is what makes a film memorable.

But like the Disney film of two generations ago, this film fails as well in the accuracy department. But at least Disney used a Skye Terrier. Is the true story to mundane for movie producers? I don't think so. There is ample documentation to accurately portray they true story instead of the fictionalized accounts we have had to suffer through. Some day, a movie will correctly portray Bobby's owner, John Gray, as the Edinburgh Policeman that he was, and correctly portray Bobby's license a being paid for by the Lord Provost. When that happens, I'll be at the theaters.

Unlike the user who left the comment below after obviously taking his FACTS from the older version of Greyfriars Bobby,i find this film to be mostly correct to real events. For instance 'Old Jock' was not a pauper who came to Edinburgh,he was in fact a family man who came to Edinburgh as a gardener and not having much luck in work was forced to find a job as a policeman.He was in the force for 5 years before he died leaving behind a son.Bobby was his watchdog which he was told to get being a nightwatchman. He was one of the longest serving policeman even though he was only in the force for 5 years. Bobby was a Skye terrier,very similar to the dog in the film. Obviously some facts are exaggerated to improve film summary,i found it to be a good all round family film.I have visited Bobby's grave on several occasions as well as John Grey's and I still find myself smiling at this story.

Took my 2 boys aged 8 and 5 to see it and they loved it.Gerry Cott who trained Bobby did a wonderful job.Bobbys antics were hilarious and he really captured the heart of the audience. Cinema had an audience aged from 1 to approx. 75 and everyone leaving at end only had good things to say. The scenery is amazing and being able to recognise places made the film even more special. Ardal O'Hanlon,Christopher Lee and James Cosmo all played excellent parts. This film pulls at the heart strings and you feel for the characters so much more than you do in most new releases. As for my two,they applauded Bobbys final act to the baddies and we are going back for a second viewing this week.

i had no idea what to expect from this movie, i never even new the story and that bad form being form Scotland. This is a beautiful movie and really worth watching but i don't think its really suitable for under 10's as it does deal with some bad issues but they do it in a really good way. Its also a bit of a tear jerker in the end. I have no idea why people have voted this movies so low as it is very good and very entertaining. The dog i thought was the star of the show, very clever and very cute indeed. It makes me want to look more into the story and the history of Edinburgh. All in all go and see this you wont be disappointed, i wasn't!

Just saw the film tonight in a preview and it's a film for kids only. It does not improve or add to the original Disney film in any way. There is a corny Scottish pastiche style throughout, not helped by weak writing (where motives are lumped in by the spadeful) and acting that is uneven and often unengaging (despite what reads like a decent cast). I have no problem with the wee dog - although there is a certain "Skippy the Bush Kangaroo" (see below) quality about his shots. * For those that don't know, "Skippy" was an Australian kids' TV series from the 1960s where the kangaroo would be an essential part of all the stories. It is said that to get poor old Skippy to "act" they stuck an elastic band round his muzzle that he then tried to get off with his paws - sort of appearing to be communicating with the human actors!!! Bobby has a similar range and you just don't buy his series of heroic rescues at all. Advice would be to take kids aged 8-12. Below that, they might be scared. Above that, if they or you love it, good luck to you, but this is strictly cardboard cut-out film-making for the undemanding. It's a missed opportunity since there is real pathos and cuteness in the story of Bobby and this film fails to deliver it.