My Pet Shame
Four overweight friends from the Israeli city of Ramle are fed up of dieting and the dieting club they belong to. When Herzl (155 kilos), the main protagonist, loses his job as a cook and starts working as a dishwasher in a Japanese restaurant in Ramle he discovers the world of Sumo where large people such as himself are honored and appreciated. Through Kitano (60 kilos), the restaurant owner, a former Sumo coach in Japan (who is supposedly hiding from the Yakuza in Israel), he falls in love with a sport involving "two fatsos in diapers and girly hairdos". Herzl wants Kitano to be their coach but Kitano is reluctant - they first have to earn their spurs. "A MATTER OF SIZE" is a comedy about a ‘coming out’ of a different kind - overweight people learning to accept themselves.
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Plot Summary
In a small, close-knit town, a lonely young boy named Billy finds solace and companionship in an unlikely place: a stray dog he names "Shame". As their bond deepens, Billy must navigate the challenges of his difficult home life and the judgment of the townspeople who view Shame as nothing more than a nuisance. Their friendship becomes a testament to loyalty and the transformative power of unconditional love.
Critical Reception
My Pet Shame received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its heartwarming story and the performances of its cast, particularly James Earl Jones. The film was noted for its emotional depth and its portrayal of childhood struggles and the human-animal bond. However, some reviewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable and its pacing occasionally slow.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its touching narrative and the strong presence of veteran actors.
- Appreciated for its message of hope and the heartwarming depiction of a boy and his dog.
- Some found the story to be overly sentimental and lacking originality.
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Fun Fact
James Earl Jones, known for his iconic voice work as Darth Vader and Mufasa, lent his distinctive voice to the narration of the film, adding a layer of gravitas to the storytelling.
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