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Lassie (1994)
Director: Daniel Petrie
Cast: Tom Guiry, Helen Slater, Jon Tenney, Brittany Boyd
Runtime94 min
RatingPG
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On their way to start a new life at a sheep farm in rural Virginia, the Turner family are halted by a wreck on the highway that has claimed the life of a truck driver. Spotting the trucker's now-abandoned collie on the side of the road, they take pity on the dog and adopt her. As the city family copes with the change to rural life, including a feud with a neighboring farm family who resent the city interlopers, the ever-loyal Lassie helps them adjust to their new surroundings.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The 1994 version of Lassie, directed by Daniel Petrie, received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its heartwarming family-friendly story and the strong performances. While the film did not receive major awards recognition, it was well-received by audiences, holding a rating of 6.3/10 on IMDb and 69% on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating a generally favorable public response.
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Fans of heartwarming family stories and the enduring bond between humans and animals will especially enjoy this 1994 film directed by Daniel Petrie, which follows the Turner family as they adopt the loyal collie Lassie and adjust to their new rural life in Virginia, overcoming obstacles and finding strength in their connection to the beloved dog.
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Lassie, or Lassie: Best Friends are Forever, is a 1994 American adventure family film directed by Daniel Petrie, starring Tom Guiry, Helen Slater, Jon Tenney, Frederic Forrest, Richard Farnsworth, and Michelle Williams, and featuring the fictional collie Lassie.
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