Jon Katz is close to burnout. He's a writer with writer's block; his wife has left for her sister's because he's emotionally distant; he rarely answers his phone. A kennel sends him a border collie that's undisciplined because of abuse. Despite a series of mishaps, Jon decides to keep trying with the dog, and he rents a dilapidated farm house to give the dog room to run. A local handyman refers Jon to a woman who might be able to help him train the dog. Reluctantly, Jon gives her a try. Is the dog the problem, or the owner?

A Dog Year (2009)

Inspiration comes from all walks of life.

★ 6.1/10 September 3, 2009 80 min

ComedyDrama

Director: George LaVoo  ·  Writers: Jon Katz, George LaVoo

Jon Katz is close to burnout. He's a writer with writer's block; his wife has left for her sister's because he's emotionally distant; he rarely answers his phone. A kennel sends him a border collie that's undisciplined because of abuse. Despite a series of mishaps, Jon decides to keep trying with the dog, and he rents a dilapidated farm house to give the dog room to run. A local handyman refers Jon to a woman who might be able to help him train the dog. Reluctantly, Jon gives her a try. Is the dog the problem, or the owner?

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Director

George LaVoo

Cast

Jeff Bridges Jon Katz Lauren Ambrose Emma Lois Smith Lois Blair Domhnall Gleeson Anthony Armstrong Welker White Brenda King Elizabeth Marvel Margo Pamela Stewart Patti Deirdre O'Connell Donna Brady Karen Allen Paula (voice) Leo Trombetta Richard (voice) Patricia Lentz Holly (voice) Jan Leslie Harding Nancy Longhetti