Róise & Frank

Heartfelt and gentle. A touching storyline about love loss and recovery.

I loved the scenery, the slow and deliberate pacing of the movie. SPOILER: I could have done without the manufactured "drama" of Róise's spurned neighbor trying to get the dog put down, though.

Heartwarming. Full of soul and goodness!

If you love dogs, Ireland, quirky and feel good movies watch Rosie and Frank! I loved it!!

How refreshing it is to watch a sweet, touching family film without it oozing enough sugary syrup to make even the most hardened stomach nauseous. Such is the case with the latest offering from writer-directors Rachel Moriarity and Peter Murphy, a warm, loving, heartfelt tale about a profoundly saddened and withdrawn Irish widow, Róise (Bríd Ní Neachtain), who springs back to life with the arrival of a mysterious stray dog whom she suspects is the reincarnation of her late husband. While those in her life are supremely skeptical, she can't deny the plethora of synchronicities that occur that reveal the tail-wagging rascal's true nature. By coming back, "Frank" helps his wife emerge from her prolonged grief and assists others, such as a geeky young neighbor boy in becoming a proficient hurling player, a sport that the dog's human predecessor fanatically loved. But there's even more to Frank's return, as seen in a heart-tugging series of unexpected twists and turns that will positively leave viewers teary-eyed with joy. Despite a few predictable story elements, "Róise & Frank" nevertheless manages to delight in a natural, emotionally grounded way that never seems forced or artificial, thanks to its fine performances, breezy writing, beautiful cinematography of the Irish landscape and affecting original score. This enchanting Gaelic language offering will charm audiences to no end without ever resorting to schmaltz or manipulation, earning every reaction it evokes. Like its four-legged protagonist, this one could indeed leave viewers coming back for more.

Thoroughly enjoyed the slice of life that this movie served up, in Irish no less. The exploration of love loss and the ties that bind was familiar yet with a twist and a fresh take on kindness that made my day. Tell all your friends and go see it yourself!

If you are a dog person, see this movie. If you like movies that make you feel good, see this movie!

Great movie about relationships and forever love.

Very sweet tale dealing with love and grief, and how to reconnect to life after loss. This film is in Gaelic with subtitles.

Tender, well crafted movie. Scenery is beautiful and the characters are incredibly lovable.