The Call of the Wild

A brisk, earnest animated adventure that moves from cruelty to loyalty and quiet heartbreak, ending on a note of hard-won freedom.

Directed by

Al Guest, Jean Mathieson

Starring

Len Carlson, Don Francks, Marvin Goldhar

Overview

Buck, stolen from his California home, is sold as a sled dog in the 1890's Klondike Gold Rush. Abused, he is rescued by John Thornton, who forms a bond with Buck. Thornton is murdered. Buck avenges him and must make a crucial decision.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, warm and dark. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Survival, friendship, betrayal, revenge

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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