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The Adventures of Milo and Otis [Fullscreen]

The Adventures of Milo and Otis [Fullscreen]

Actor(s): Dudley Moore
Director(s): Masanori Hata
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Movie Details

Content Advisory: Excellent For Children
Movie Release: 1989
DVD Release: 08/31/1999
Format: DVD - Pan and Scan
Audio Tracks: English, Spanish
Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
SwapaDVD Credits: 1
Number of Discs: 1
Run Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Studio: Columbia TriStar
Total Copies: 119
Genres: Children's/Family, Animal Picture, Family-Oriented Adventure
See Also: The Adventures of Milo and Otis [Widescreen/Fullscreen]

DVD Synopsis

Milo is a kitten, Otis is a dog. When Milo gets into a small box with the intention of taking a trip down a river, Otis follows. En route, the stars encounter bad weather, life-threatening situations, and even potential mates. Original made for Japanese TV under the title Koneko Monogatari, The Adventures of Milo and Otis contained some intense scenes that were edited out for Western audiences. For American consumption, the film was pared down to a G-rated 75 minutes, with a new comic narration added, written by Mark Saltzman and delivered by Dudley Moore. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Actors

Dudley Moore - Narrator


Member Movie Reviews

Kellie F. from LOOMIS, CA wrote on 10/27/2009...

Great story for a 5 year old.

Jill P. (zoby) from LEWISVILLE, TX wrote on 7/25/2009...

I remember I loved this when I was a little girl. It's a really great movie to watch with the kids. :)

Sherrie F. (kajenfox) from FRONT ROYAL, VA wrote on 4/19/2009...

Excellent, fun movie for the entire family! I loved it! My kids loved it! My granddaughter loves it!

Roberta H. (Robin1) from RAYMOND, NH wrote on 4/19/2009...

Great family movie! The Grandkids loved it :-)

Rocio M. (Rlizz) from EL MONTE, CA wrote on 2/18/2009...

(Taken from CommonSense)

What's the story? (Reviewed by Randy White)


Newborn Milo, a real scamp of a kitten, meets timid puppy Otis and it's the beginning of a hilarious friendship. Trouble finds them everywhere, even in the form of an irritated, nose-tweaking crab! But fun turns into peril when Milo gets swept downriver in a box. Otis follows, trying to rescue his frightened friend. From then on the two have numerous scary encounters -- most notably with a voracious bear who just won't give up -- but eventually Otis rescues his friend. Joyce, another cat, joins Milo and Otis as they try to return to the farm. Otis becomes jealous of the new cat's relationship with Milo and takes off on his own. In the midst of winter, Otis meets and falls for Sandra, another pug. Milo, Otis and their respective mates give birth to many little ones. Milo and Otis reconcile and in the spring, finally head for home.


Is it any good?

In terms of spunkiness, Milo is one of the most high-spirited rascals in children's cinema. Dudley Moore provides the voice of Milo, Otis, and the narrator: he's alternatively excited and droll, speaking for each animal character and providing amusing commentary. Like many adventure tales, THE ADVENTURES OF MILO AND OTIS is a coming-of-age story: they leave home for the first time, undergo tests of their courage and friendship, and return ready to accept responsibility.
The movie also addresses the cyclical nature of life, demonstrating that birth and death are part of the process. We see animals born and eaten; Milo catches a trout, the raccoon shows up and steals the trout, only to have a bear show up and claim it for himself. Thus, although the animals here have human voices, the movie acknowledges their place in the natural world. Above all, this is story of a friendship. Cat and dog are there for each other in the end. The movie places great value on overcoming differences, suggesting that if Milo and Otis can do it, so can people.

Barbara A. from SUN CITY, CA wrote on 9/22/2008...

Absolutely adorable story of baby Milo with the big brother Otis. They play, they run, and boy do they get in trouble.It is very difficult to decide who is cuter or smarter, Milo or Otis. This is the kind of DVD that adults as well as kids will enjoy - just don't take your eyes off the screen as there are so many adventures, if you blink, you will miss a good laugh. Truly delightful!

Mary-Jo W. (mjowest) from SHELBYVILLE, MI wrote on 8/15/2008...

A wonderful movie for the young (even 4 years old) , not so old, and parents.

A true story of a friendship between a cat and dog. All the 'scary' moments are brief and always turn out ok.

There is a birth scene, but it happens very quickly and is not too graphic.

I can't tell you how many times we've watched it over the years. Very good movie!


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