A film has to be pretty special for me to happily watch it more than once. I've watched "A Dog's Breakfast" twice now, and look forward to many more viewings.
David Hewlett claims this is "an old-fashioned type of comedy", and he's absolutely right. This film has a kind of innocence and real humor that's seldom seen these days, and which is very refreshing. For anyone who is tired of 'funny' movies that descend to the crass, the profane, and the mean to get their laughs, this movie will make you remember what it's like to laugh because something is honestly funny. The blend of different types of comedy also keep this film fresh with equal amounts of slapstick and wit.
Mars the dog, in his film debut, steals every scene he's in effortlessly even though David Hewlett bends over backwards (literally, at times) to make this film funny and entertaining. He's one of the very few actors I can watch embarrass himself without making me feel embarrassed for him. His character, Patrick, shows definite signs of the influence of Hewlett's regular job as McKay on Stargate:Atlantis while remaining a unique person.
David's real-life sister, Kate, is marvelous as his sister in the film - the brother-sister dynamic has never been more realistically portrayed. And former Atlantis co-star Paul McGillion shows an unexpected talent for comedy himself (not to mention cross-dressing). Cameos by other Stargate stars round out a film that was obviously a labor of love.
Lest you read the plot synopsis and think there are no surprises left to be had, let me tell you that this film is full of unexpected twists and turns. Things are not quite what they seem! But at the same time, you won't have to bust your brain to figure out the plot.
Think you can get away with just downloading the film off the net? Think again. The extras on the DVD are must-haves, particularly for Hewlett fans. For a pleasant afternoon or evening that will leave you with a big smile on your face, watch "A Dog's Breakfast".