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Movie poster: Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck (1981)
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Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck

1981 · 85 min Animation Family Adventure TV Movie
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

A sudden gunshot echoes through the frozen Yukon, shattering the peace and setting in motion a brutal new reality. Stolen from his comfortable California home, a powerful dog named Buck is thrust into the harsh world of the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. This 1981 animated adventure follows his brutal transformation from a pampered pet to a leader of a sled dog team, learning the savage laws of survival in a land of ice and desperation. Through cruelty and unexpected kindness, Buck must rediscover the primal instincts buried deep within, answering a call that resonates far beyond the reach of man.

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Original Title 荒野の叫び声 吠えろバック
Year 1981
Country Japan
Genre Animation, Family, Adventure, TV Movie
Director Kouzou Morishita
Runtime 85 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.8/10 (5 votes)

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The director approaches the material with straightforward animation that captures the wilderness's stark beauty and cruelty. The adaptation maintains the story's emotional core while making it accessible for younger audiences.

Animal lovers and those seeking classic adventure tales will appreciate Buck's journey. Viewers will feel the pull between civilization and primal instincts. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Kouzou Morishita

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