Atomic Dog

About This Movie

So, 'Atomic Dog'—what a curious little flick from '98. It mixes horror and sci-fi in this odd TV movie format, which gives it a certain charm. The premise is wild: a dog gets irradiated and becomes a threat to the town, but there’s this teenage boy who’s trying to save him. The pacing feels a bit off at times, but that just adds to its quirky appeal. The practical effects used for the dog are pretty interesting, too; they create a unique atmosphere that straddles between eerie and absurd. Performances are a mixed bag, but there’s something likable about the earnestness of it all. You’ll probably finish it thinking, ‘What did I just watch?’ but in a good way, you know?

Unique blend of horror and sci-fi elementsInteresting practical effects for the timeQuirky pacing and performances