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8 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 88Slant MagazineSlant MagazineThe exquisite live-action Quill: The Life of a Guide Dog may be the family film of the year.
- 75Chicago Sun-TimesRoger EbertChicago Sun-TimesRoger EbertWhat sets this film above so many movies about animals is that it's about a dog who is realistic in every aspect.
- 70Village VoiceMelissa AndersonVillage VoiceMelissa AndersonWhen isn't it a good time to show a movie tracing the development of a kind, charismatic yellow Labrador retriever from frolicsome puppy to devoted seeing-eye companion to weary senior?
- Therein lies the essence of this simple, bluntly effective movie. Its principal selling point - the supreme watchability of dogs, especially working dogs - is undeniably powerful.
- 60VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyPuppy appeal nudges past some dramatic deficiencies -- if just by a nose.
- 60Time OutTime OutThe real star is Rafie, the golden pup that plays Quill; dogs can be taught to sit or lie down, but they can't fake the sort of connection he makes with the people around him.
- 60New York Daily NewsJoe NeumaierNew York Daily NewsJoe NeumaierYoichi Sai's movie may be a bit tough for young viewers, but it is gentle and illuminating.
- 42The A.V. ClubScott TobiasThe A.V. ClubScott TobiasThe rigors of identifying and training companion dogs are fascinating, but they would fit more comfortably in a non-fiction format, where nobody has to play pretend. As it stands, the dog is the only creature who acts naturally.