Call it "March of the Pooches." The new Disney movie "Eight Below" is a similar tale of survival in the icy harshness of Antarctica. But this time, it's six Siberian huskies and two malamutes, not a horde of penguins, who must endure wind, snow, freezing temperatures and the occasional predator. Read the full review
In the extreme wilderness of Antarctica, three members of a scientific expedition are forced to leave behind their team of beloved sled dogs because of a sudden accident and perilous weather. The dogs must struggle for survival alone in the intense Antarctic winter for more than six months.
Director: Frank Marshall
Starring: Paul Walker, Jason Biggs, Bruce Greenwood, Moon Bloodgood
Run time: 120 minutes
Release date: Feb. 17, 2005
Rating: PG for some peril and brief mild language.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: B
"As magnificent as the setting is, the dogs are more so. ... With the possible exception of Harrison Ford, these paragons of beauty, strength, intelligence and loyalty are as close to old-fashioned heroes as anyone or anything we've seen onscreen all winter."
Austin American-Statesman: 2 of 5 stars
"With this much emotional manipulation going on, Eight Below is supreme doggie porn — pupsploitation. "
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