A Dog Called... Vengeance
Director: Antonio Isasi-Isasmendi
Actors: Jason Miller, Lea Massari, Marisa Paredes
PlotIn a remote and unforgiving South American landscape, a brutal military colonel oversees a prison camp where cruelty and oppression reign supreme. One prisoner, a determined political activist, manages a miraculous escape, evading armed guards and fierce terrain. His only companion on this treacherous journey is a loyal and tenacious Doberman dog, originally owned by the colonel himself. Initially trained to track and hunt escapees, the dog bonds with the escapee instead, forming an unexpectedly powerful alliance. Together, they navigate dense forests, avoid dangerous wildlife, and elude military pursuit. The dog's instincts and loyalty become crucial as the stakes rise and the challenges intensify.
As their journey unfolds, a tense game of cat and mouse ensues between the escapee and the relentless forces commanded by the colonel. The colonel becomes obsessed with capturing his runaway prisoner, escalating the chase into a personal vendetta. While the pair seeks refuge with locals and travel across varied terrains, they encounter a series of harrowing obstacles that test their resilience. Their growing bond weaves a narrative of trust, friendship, and survival against all odds. The pursuit reaches its peak as the colonel's men close in, forcing the fugitive and the dog to rely on their shared strength and cunning. The path forward is fraught with danger, driving them to the limits of their endurance in their quest for freedom.
Writers: Juan Antonio Porto, Antonio Isasi-Isasmendi, Alberto Vázquez Figueroa
Release Date: 28 Jun 1979
Runtime: 114 min
Rating: N/A
Country: Spain
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
An unconventional Spanish thriller blending raw action and social commentary, with solid performance and decent technical merits—recommended.
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