The Dog Problem (2006)
- Starring:
- Giovanni Ribisi, Lynn Collins, (more)
- Director(s):
- Scott Caan
- Category:
- Comedy
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A once-successful novelist in search of creative inspiration and personal happiness purchases a puppy in hopes that the resulting companionship will open up a new path of self-discovery in a contemporary comedy of urban dissatisfaction directed by Scott Caan. There was a time when Solo (Giovanni Ribisi) had it all: success, fame, wealth. But now times have changed, and after squandering his savings on drugs, women, and therapy, Solo finds himself at a personal and professional crossroads. On his last visit to his high-priced psychiatrist Dr. Nourmand (Don Cheadle), the concerned doctor suggests that Solo get a pet to relieve his loneliness. Though Solo has never been particularly find of animals, he soon relents and purchases a pint-sized pooch. Not long after, Solo makes the acquaintance of spunky stripper Lola (Lynn Collins), who just so happens to be caring for a formidable dog that takes a healthy chunk out of Solo's decidedly timid lap-dog. Though the friendship between Solo and Lola soon promises to blossom into something much deeper, it seems as if a canine complication may be keeping the pair from realizing their relationship to the fullest. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 89 mins
Complete Cast:
- Giovanni Ribisi - Solo
- Scott Caan - Casper
- Don Cheadle - Dr. Nourmand
- Lynn Collins - Lola
- Mena Suvari - Jules
- Kevin Corrigan - Benny
- Director(s):
- Scott Caan
- Writer(s):
- Scott Caan
- Producer(s):
- Palmer West, Jonah Smith
- Categories:
- Comedy
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