Which movie dog deserved a 2011 Oscar treat?
If the 2011 Oscars recognized canines, here are the year's top dogs: Uggie ('The Artist'), Snowy ('The Adventures of Tintin'), Skeletor ('50/50') and Arthur ('Beginners').
By Glenn Whipp, Special to the Los Angeles Times
By Glenn Whipp, Special to the Los Angeles Times
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Uggie: 'The Artist'( Peter Iovino / Weinstein Co. )
Breed: Jack Russell terrier
Scene-chewing moment: Rescues despondent silent film star George Valentin from burning building. Emotional Range: Loyal, playful, remains at his owner's side through thick and thin. Working for him: He's a movie-star dog playing a movie-star dog. Meta-rrrrific! Working against him: Movie is silent so we can't hear the full scope of his barks, yelps and growls. Oscar chances: Jack Russell vote might split between him and Arthur. "Artist" momentum is with him though, and did take the Palm Dog prize at Cannes this year. |
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