"Innocence is a dangerous friend"

Lawn Dogs (1997)
Directed by John Duigan, rated R, 101 minutes

Lawn Dogs is a moving and fairy tale-esque drama about young girl living in a walled off, upper class community, who wants to be friends with the down and out landscaper for the community. Mischa Barton, only 11 years old at the time, is magical in the lead, easily capturing your attention, and Sam Rockwell is impressive as always. The dialogue can be a little unsubtle at times, but the characters are compelling and the visuals are at times dazzling. However, the best part of the Lawn Dogs is the authentic, odd and beautiful friendship that develops between the main characters. You'll like it if: You like coming-of-age films, family dramas, 90's cinema, American Beauty, Little Children or Little Miss Sunshine.

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