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Red Dog (out Aug 4) is an Australian film that centres on a kelpie who roamed the rocky landscape of the Pilbara region during the 1970s. The comedic parts early in the film are a little cheesy but it builds into heartfelt drama that will tug at the heartstrings of many in the audience. Grade: B+.