Free Puppies!

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    Claire ShafferNew York Times
    The film achieves its goal in raising awareness for these volunteer efforts, casting a spotlight on a chronically overlooked crisis.
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    Sandie Angulo ChenCommon Sense Media
    Free Puppies! isn't always easy to watch, but the women and the filmmakers are empathetic about some folks' reasons for not spaying/neutering their dogs, which makes it easy for countless unintended extra litters to be born.
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    M.V. MoorheadLess Hat, Moorhead
    I was braced for a miserable time going into this one, but while the movie's implications, both cultural and logistical, are certainly sad, it's not depressing to watch.
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    Stephanie ArcherFilm Inquiry
    A grassroots documentary, Free Puppies! is an exemplary showcase of hope and perseverance, delivering a platform to those most in need.
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    Dennis Harvey48 Hills
    While itself often giving the impression of a DIY effort with more heart than finesse, Free Puppies! is worthwhile for anyone who cares about pets...
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    Jennie KermodeEye for Film
    It will strongly appeal to those who want to educate themselves and work towards making animals’ lives better
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    Mark JacksonEpoch Times
    "Free Puppies" could have benefited from adopting social media's "The Dodo's" format, and followed 2 or 3 puppies to their forever homes, instead of showing so many stray dogs it comes close to presenting as a vermin infestation. But kudos regardless!
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    Beth AccomandoKPBS.org
    There’s nothing groundbreaking in terms of filmmaking here, nor is the film a deep dive of investigative journalism, but it is a heartfelt work that’s trying to make a difference.
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    Carey-Ann PawseyOrca Sound
    It is on one hand sad as this is a human created problem and on the other hand heartwarming as it shows you that there are people out there who do care about these vulnerable creatures.
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    Danielle SolzmanSolzy at the Movies
    Free Puppies! shows the ins and outs of how dog rescuers work while also stressing the importance of spaying and neutering pets.
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