About A Dog's Way Home

"A Dog's Way Home" is a heartwarming tale released in 2019 about a dog named Bella, who embarks on an incredible 400-mile journey back to her beloved owner. Adapted from the book of the same name written by W. Bruce Cameron, the movie is a charming exploration of commitment, loyalty, and unwavering love.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Charles Martin Smith from a screenplay by W. Bruce Cameron and Cathryn Michon. Production was handled by Columbia Pictures, Bona Film Group, Pariah, and with association of Tencent Pictures.

Actors

• Bryce Dallas Howard voices Bella, infusing her with warmth, humor, and unwavering loyalty.
• Jonah Hauer-King stars as Lucas Ray, Bella's loving owner. He portrays Lucas’s relationship with Bella with sincerity and depth.
• Ashley Judd plays Terri, Lucas' mother and is expressive and appropriately emotional.
• Alexandra Shipp appears as Olivia, a friend of Lucas who helps with Bella, brings a youthful enthusiasm to the role.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The voice of Bella, Bryce Dallas Howard, is the daughter of director Ron Howard.
• The film is based on the book of the same name written by W. Bruce Cameron, who also co-wrote the film's screenplay.
• Despite the story taking place in Denver, the movie was filmed in British Columbia, Canada.

Awards

Though the movie did not receive any major awards, it was appreciated by the audience for its touching narrative and realistic portrayal of a dog's journey of miles to find her owner.

Quotes

• "There's a lot you don't know about that dog." - Lucas
• "Go home Bella!" - Lucas encouraging Bella to find her way home
• "I can tell when you're happy, scared, or needing to pee- it's all the same to me, you're just Bella." - Bella

Music, Soundtrack

• The film’s touching score was composed by Mychael Danna, known for "Life of Pi".
• "Together from Afar" is specifically written for the movie and is performed by Mychael Danna.
• "Homeward Bound" performed by Shelby Flint also features in the movie, encapsulating the journey of Bella.