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Inspired by a true story, Marshall the Miracle Dog shares the adventure of Finn,a 13-year-old boy who has become the target of bullies at his new school. Finn is feeling hopeless that is, until he finds Marshall being held by a dog-hoarder in deplorable conditions with 60 other dogs. The bond is immediate. Finn rescues Marshall, but he has been horribly abused by the other dogs and needs immediate surgery. With the help of his cousin Grace, Finn and Marshall find their way to Doc Henry, who agrees to treat Marshall's injuries. But Marshall becomes spooked by the other dogs and bolts out of Doc Henry's office. The race against time is on Marshall is terribly sick. Finn is chasing Marshall, but so is the dog hoarder. And, Finn is still being pursued by the bullies. In the end, it is Marshall who leads everyone to a place of change, forgiveness, and friendship.
Marshall the Miracle Dog received the Audience Choice Award for Best Film at the St. Louis International Film Festival. The film was also awarded "Best Family Film" at the Wild Rose Film Festival, and the Belleville News Democrat hailed it as the "Best Family Film" in 2014. The Dove Foundation awarded the film "4 out of 5 Doves", and approved the film for "all ages".
The film stars Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie), Lauren Holly (NCIS, Dumb and Dumber), Matthew Settle (Gossip Girl, Band of Brothers), and award-winning comedians Bill Chott and Greg Warren, as well as the phenomenal young actor, Lucas Carroll (The Informant).
The "Commit to be Kind" weekend is being presented in conjunction with Missouri 4-H, the Humane Society of Missouri, PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center and Character Plus. 10% of ticket sales will be donated to 4-H.
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LocationPickler's Famous (View)
114 West Harrison Street
Kirksville, MO 63501
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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