A Boy and His Dog
A Boy and His Dog

A Boy and His Dog

1975Movie90 minEnglish

Set in the year 2024 in post-apocalyptic America, 18-year old Vic and his telepathic dog, Blood, are scavengers in the desolate wilderness ravaged by World War IV, where survivors must battle for food and shelter in the desert-like wasteland. Vic and Blood eke out a meager existence, foraging for food and fighting gangs of cutthroats.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Google Users81%
Director: L.Q. JonesGenres: Science Fiction, Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic 2024, a teenage boy named Vic wanders the wasteland with his telepathic dog, Blood. They form a unique survival partnership, with Blood helping Vic locate resources and potential mates, while Vic provides for Blood's needs. Their journey takes a dark turn when they encounter a hidden underground society of women with disturbing customs.

Critical Reception

A Boy and His Dog is a cult classic known for its darkly humorous and satirical take on post-apocalyptic society. While its low-budget nature and eccentricities are apparent, critics and audiences often praise its originality, the unique bond between Vic and Blood, and its provocative themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A unique and darkly comedic sci-fi cult classic with a memorable canine companion.
  • Features a surprisingly effective partnership between a boy and his telepathic dog.
  • Its provocative themes and bleak humor have cemented its status as a cult favorite.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciate the film's original concept and the unusual relationship between the boy and his dog, despite its dated special effects and gritty tone. Many find the dark humor and the film's unique take on a post-apocalyptic future to be engaging.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1969 novella of the same name by Harlan Ellison, who also wrote the screenplay.

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Oniricus

Oniricus

One of my favourite movies. Way too underrated. I consider it to be well over other post-apocalyptic movies like Mad Max & Waterworld. And God's bless, there are no (virus-made) zombies.