Marley & Me is exactly what you think it will be: funny for the first third and incredibly sad for the last.
Starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston as two newspaper reporters who get married and begin a life together, this film goes through the life of one dog, Marley, whom they pick out of a litter.
From the beginning, you know this pup will be trouble as he destroys the garage while waiting for the two to return from the airport.
All through his life, Marley wreaks havoc, but he has the unending love of a puppy. And that is what's truly sad about this film.
Why are all animal movies like this? You always know what's going to happen, why put yourself through it. The only reason I can see is if you need a good cry and haven't had the excuse for a long time.
The filmmakers really do milk the crying/emotional aspect during the film's final moments, but while you're watching it, you don't care enough to complain. You're too busy making a mess of your shirt.
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