Rescuing Rex 2020
“They're homeless. They're nameless. Now a new generation is coming to their rescue.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Leora Eisen
- Networks
- In The Vault Productions, TVO
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Rescuing Rex?
Rescuing Rex is a 2020 documentary film directed by Leora Eisen. The production was released on May 30, 2020, in Canada and runs for one hour and thirty minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- May 30, 2020
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada
- Studios
- In The Vault Productions, TVO
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.0/10 from 1 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- In The Vault Productions, TVO
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Overview
Rescuing Rex is a 2020 documentary film directed by Leora Eisen. The production was released on May 30, 2020, in Canada and runs for one hour and thirty minutes. The documentary explores the worldwide phenomenon of international dog adoptions, examining a social movement driven by a desire to do good and fueled by puppy pictures on Instagram where millennials bypass breeders to adopt homeless dogs from around the globe. The film features human and canine characters, following stray dogs that have been abandoned, abused, and put on death row as they embark on a remarkable freedom ride to Canada. The narrative takes viewers from the mountains of Taiwan to the tarmac at Toronto, unearthing provocative truths about what this trend means for the animals, their caregivers, and society as animal lovers come to their rescue. The cast includes Sunil Mehta, Angela Parker, and Nicole Simone.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Rescuing Rex worth watching?
Rescuing Rex holds a community rating of 5.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Rescuing Rex and when was it released?
Rescuing Rex is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.
Who directed Rescuing Rex?
Rescuing Rex was directed by Leora Eisen.
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