‘Hachi, a Dog’s Tale’: Love Is Nothing If It Isn’t Loyal

A film that shows that love is more than a connection between names and faces for a special dog.

Parker Wilson (Richard Gere) and his dog, in “Hachi, A Dog’s Tale.” MovieStillsDB

G | 1h 33min | Drama | 2009

Director Lasse Hallstrom’s film, “Hachi: A Dog’s Tale,” is about the revered, dignified, fiercely loyal Akita breed of dog from mountainous Japan, hailing from ancient times.