Storyline
Based on the true life story of a young Marine corporal whose unique discipline and bond with her military combat dog saved many lives during their deployment in Iraq. When she is assigned to clean up the K9 unit after a disciplinary hearing, Leavey identifies with a particularly aggressive dog, Rex, and is given the chance to train him. Over the course of their service, Megan and Rex completed more than 100 missions until an IED explosion injures them, putting their fate in jeopardy.
Writers: Pamela Gray, Annie Mumolo, Kate Mara, Ramon Rodriguez, Tom Felton, Kate Mara, Tom Felton, Bradley Whitford, Geraldine James, Common, Edie Falco, Will Patton, Ramon Rodriguez, Shannon Tarbet, Miguel Gomez, Jonathan Howard, George Webster, Corey Johnson, Sam Keeley, Catherine Dyer, , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Cast: Kate Mara -
Megan Leavey
Tom Felton -
Andrew Dean
Bradley Whitford -
Bob
Geraldine James -
Dr. Turbeville
Common -
Gunny Martin
Edie Falco -
Jackie Leavey
Will Patton -
Jim
Ramon Rodriguez -
Matt Morales
Shannon Tarbet -
Barb
Miguel Gomez -
Gomez
Jonathan Howard -
Pete Walters
George Webster -
Finn
Corey Johnson -
Master Sergeant
Sam Keeley -
Catherine Dyer -
Mrs. Horachek
Trivia:
Kate Mara and the real Megan Leavey both grew up in suburbs of New York City. See more »
User Review
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Rating: 9/10
I really enjoyed this film. It explores the emotional bond between an
animal and a human being.
The film is based on the true story of marine corporal who forms a
unique bond with a bomb-sniffing dog. Megan Leavey (Kate Mara) enlists
to get away from what seems to be a hopeless civilian life. She is an
aimless young woman with a deadbeat mom, Jackie (Edie Falco). Megan
struggles to fit in as a Marine and, after a disciplinary hearing due
to misappropriate behavior, is caught urinating outside of the Provost
office after a night of drinking. She is assigned to clean up the K- 9
unit under the command of Gunny Martin (Common). Gunny Martin is a
commander who uses tough love while being a mentor.
My favorite scene in the movie is when Megan finds out that she will
get a dog to train and it turns out to be a can. It seems that newbies
practice training a dog with a can. It is a bit humorous but shows
Megan's determination to get a real dog. Megan bonds with an aggressive
German shepherd name Rex and is given the opportunity to train him.
Megan and Rex end up completing more than 100 missions, but an IED
explosion injures them both and puts their fate in jeopardy.
Megan Leavey has lots of wartime violence, strong language and intense
themes including trauma and grief. It also shows the strength of women
and their accomplishments while not focusing on the brutality of war.
This is an inspiring film that I believe is most suited for ages 13 to
18 as well as some adults. I give this film 5 out of 5 stars. It opens
nationwide June 9, 2017 so, be sure to go see it and learn what happens
to Megan and Rex.
Reviewed by Juanita Seon L. KIDS FIRST! Adult Juror.
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