1955, Walt Disney Pictures
Animated
Rating: G
Approx. 76 mins.
THE STORY:
Lady, the cute Cocker Spaniel puppy, joins the family of a couple and soon her life settles into an idyllic routine. The harmony is threatened, however, with the arrival of a new baby into her home. Her feelings of insecurity in the face of her owners' new responsibility are heightened when she meets the Tramp, a street smart mutt, who paints a picture of the neglect she can expect when the baby becomes the focus of attention.
Tragedy strikes, however, when a dog-hating aunt comes to house- and babysit. She mistakenly believes Lady has bad intentions where the baby is concerned and banishes her from the house. One thing leads to another, and Lady ends up on the city streets trying to evade menacing dogs and the dog catcher. Fortunately, she runs into Tramp again, and he helps her survive the streets. In the end, Lady rejoins her family, and Tramp is welcomed as well after saving the baby from a vicious rat. Soon the family welcomes a litter of little ones.
QUESTIONABLE LANGUAGE:
Tragedy strikes, however, when a dog-hating aunt comes to house- and babysit. She mistakenly believes Lady has bad intentions where the baby is concerned and banishes her from the house. One thing leads to another, and Lady ends up on the city streets trying to evade menacing dogs and the dog catcher. Fortunately, she runs into Tramp again, and he helps her survive the streets. In the end, Lady rejoins her family, and Tramp is welcomed as well after saving the baby from a vicious rat. Soon the family welcomes a litter of little ones.
QUESTIONABLE LANGUAGE:
- none
VIOLENCE:
- no gore, but 2 very menacing dog fights
TEACHING POINTS:
- don't judge a book by its cover
- Stand by your friends
THE UPSHOT:
It's innocent. No questionable language, no minimally-clothed and impossibly-proportioned females waiting for princes to come and give their lives meaning. Thematically, it's the canine version of The Aristocats, but it is far less dated. Plus, Peggy Lee lends a song, which is never a bad thing.
The child in the room enjoyed it, but did feel a bit scared during the fight scenes. The Italian in the room loved the banter of the 2 Italian chefs who facilitate the romance. It's worth the 76 minute time investment.
The child in the room enjoyed it, but did feel a bit scared during the fight scenes. The Italian in the room loved the banter of the 2 Italian chefs who facilitate the romance. It's worth the 76 minute time investment.
4/5
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