Hotel for Dogs (2009)

In the lively blend of playfulness and mischief that is "Hotel for Dogs," director Thor Freudenthal brings Lois Duncan's beloved 1971 children's book to the big screen. This enchanting tale revolves around two spirited orphans, 16-year-old Andi (Emma Roberts) and her inventive younger brother, Bruce (Jake T. Austin). When their stringent foster parents decree a no-pets rule, the siblings find themselves grappling with finding a safe haven for their loyal canine companion, Friday. Just when all hope seems lost, they stumble upon an abandoned hotel tucked away in a forgotten corner of the city. With Bruce's engineering prowess, they transform the dilapidated structure into a veritable canine paradise, a hidden four-star retreat for the city's stray dogs. Friday soon finds himself in the company of a motley crew of furry vagabonds, their joyful barks echoing through the hotel's once silent halls. However, their secret sanctuary doesn't stay secret for long. The unusual disappearance of the city's stray dogs and the cacophony of barks from the old hotel raise the suspicions of the neighbors and the local pound. With their secret on the brink of exposure, Andi and Bruce must rally their friends and their wits to protect their clandestine utopia. "Hotel for Dogs" is a heartwarming tale of courage, ingenuity, and the unbreakable bond between children and their furry friends. This film promises a thrilling adventure that will have you rooting for Andi, Bruce, Friday, and their canine companions as they navigate the trials and triumphs of their secret endeavor.

Hotel for Dogs is a comedy movie featuring Emma Roberts and directed by Thor Freudenthal.

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