Eight Below (2006)

Beautifull film but dont watch when emotional unstable or when you cant stand animal death

This flick is all about gratitude. It can be a man or animal, you just need to be thankful for what they have done. Film starts with powerful characters and it builds on that as the time goes on. This film proved me wrong about Paul Walker. He is such a versatile actor. He just made me cry at the end. I can't realize how the dogs were tamed for this movie they are just like people sometimes even better. You couldn't ask for more from the characters.. It won't get better than this full of love which keeps the bond with man and dog. Fabulous stuff from the director hats off.. Highly recommended movie for everyone

I just can not understand why there are not even more films like this out there. this is a perfect example of real location filming and not just filmed on a animated background. this is why I love this film more then some of the others that are out there. I would if I could watch this film all the time because it is so great. Another good thing about the film is the perfect accompanying soundtrack that comes with it. there is not a better film out there than this. this film for me is perfect for all ages. the thing that is even better is the fact it is also based on a real life event. just like another film I like that is animated called balto.

You might have a few preconceived notions about this film, which I feel the need to clear up before I can begin with the actual review/opinion portion of this post. Don't worry, I'm not going to spend too long on this, but it is necessary, so bear with me.First of all, this is a family drama by Disney so right now anyone over the age of 15 is probably thinking 'this isn't a film for me'. You are wrong. This film may be by Disney but that doesn't mean it's just for kids, this packs a punch and a half and I defy any adult not to shed a tear or two over this one. It's reminiscent of Marley & Me in that respect. Not only will it tug at any person who has a heart, but it also raises some interesting ideas about how far a person would go to rescue the ones they love, whether that person is human or canine. Don't dismiss yourself because you don't think this film is for your demographic; personally I'm not sure this film has an age demographic. If you like a good film then here's your ticket.Second of all, the cast. If, like me, you're not a fan of Paul Walker because he seems like a one-trick-pony who can only do action-hero/bad- guy/heart-throb then please just leave those thoughts at the doorstep for a moment. Walker shines in this production, because for once he's playing a character whose sole purpose isn't to get the girl (though he does) or catch the bad guy and look cool doing it – this character has an emotional connection to the canines he is trying to save and that emotion is etched into every action he takes and every plea he makes. Paul Walker isn't the only casting choice I would like to address however, because while he does make up much of the film, it is also the canine cast whose journey we explore. These guys aren't just there to coo over either, these guys are characters. They have their own characteristics and story lines and they are just as heart-breaking and believable as the human cast. I was genuinely flabbergasted by the talent these beautiful canines display – and flabbergasted isn't a word I use lightly.If you would like to read the rest of my thoughts concerning this film then you can visit this site (filmrambler.blogspot.co.uk)