A Dog Year

(2009)Directed by George LaVoo80 min · GComedy, Drama
Inspiration comes from all walks of life.

Jon Katz is close to burnout. He's a writer with writer's block; his wife has left for her sister's because he's emotionally distant; he rarely answers his phone. A kennel sends him a border collie that's undisciplined because of abuse. Despite a series of mishaps, Jon decides to keep trying with the dog, and he rents a dilapidated farm house to give the dog room to run. A local handyman refers Jon to a woman who might be able to help him train the dog. Reluctantly, Jon gives her a try. Is the dog the problem, or the owner?

Jeff Bridgesas Jon Katz
Lois Smithas Lois Blair
Domhnall Gleesonas Anthony Armstrong
Welker Whiteas Brenda King
Deirdre O'Connellas Donna Brady
Karen Allenas Paula (voice)
Leo Trombettaas Richard (voice)
Patricia Lentzas Holly (voice)
JLJan Leslie Hardingas Nancy Longhetti
Teresa Yenqueas Airport Bystander
Glenn Kessleras Airport Police
Joe Wachowskias Airport Police
Manish Baligaas Airport Manager
Kevin Rogersas Station Wagon Driver
Michael Sackler-Berneras Station Wagon Passenger
Ptolemy Slocumas Larry - Suburban Man #2
Don Hewitt Sr.as Bus Driver
Amelia Campbellas Sandra Zeller
Michael Heintzmanas Jeff Clement
William Hillas Ernie