The Lonely Dog Lady could be one of her cartoonish SNL skits, but in Year of the Dog, Molly Shannon takes a welcome toned-down turn as Peggy, a secretary who becomes obsessively devoted to animal rights when her treasured beagle dies. Mike White (The Good Girl) spins a witty, wistful tale of Peggy's search for purpose, and Peter Sarsgaard is hilarious as a manipulative dog trainer. EXTRAS In a commentary with Shannon, White says that the film's flat look, with the actors talking to the camera, garnered criticism. But, he shrugs, ''I see those shots and they amuse me.'' B+
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PUPPY LOVE Molly Shannon shines as a woman on a tight emotional leash in Year of the Dog
EW's GRADE
B+Details Release Date: Aug 28, 2007; DVD Release Date: Aug 28, 2007; Movie Rated: PG-13; Genres: Comedy, Drama; With: Peter Sarsgaard and Molly Shannon; Distributor: Paramount Pictures
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