Zeus & Roxanne
Zeus & Roxanne

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Zeus & Roxanne

1997
Movie
98 min
English

Mary Beth is a marine biologist that gets annoyed when a dog called Zeus stows aboard her research boat. Nevertheless she is intrigued when the intrusive canine makes best-friends with her captive dolphin, Roxanne. She falls in love with Zeus's owner, Terry, a musician who rides a bike.

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IMDb5.2/10
Google Users60%
Director: George TrumbullGenres: Family, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A marine biologist, Terry Barkley, is devastated when her husband leaves her for a model. She moves to a secluded Florida island with her two children and her dog, Zeus. Meanwhile, a struggling musician, Andy, also moves to the island with his children and his dolphin, Roxanne. Terry and Andy's lives become intertwined when Zeus and Roxanne form an unlikely friendship, leading to a budding romance between their human counterparts.

Critical Reception

Zeus and Roxanne received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the humor lacking. However, audiences, particularly families, found it to be an enjoyable and lighthearted film. Its charm lies in the animal interactions and the simple, feel-good storyline.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable, yet heartwarming, family film.

  • The animal performances are the highlight of the movie.

  • Lacks originality but offers simple entertainment for younger audiences.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a cute and entertaining watch, especially for families. Many appreciated the interactions between the dog and the dolphin, considering it a sweet and harmless film. Some found it a bit cheesy but overall a pleasant viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Florida Keys, utilizing the natural coastal environment as a backdrop for the story.

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George Miller directs this family film about a scrappy, mangy mongrel who falls in love with a graceful creature way out of his league, and species- but enough about Steve Guttenberg and Kathleen Quinlan. Zeus is the dog belonging to wid...

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