In the Chinese zodiac system, those classified as Dogs are known for their loyalty, honesty, and energetic nature. Those who fall under the Year of the Dog may possess a number of these and other key traits that distinguish them from others. These traits can even influence one's taste in movies.
For those looking for a good comedy and find themselves classified as a Dog, there are many great options to choose from as well as some to avoid. By examining the personality traits and characteristics, one can determine which comedy movies "Dogs" will love and which they will hate.
Love: There's Something About Mary (1998)
As with their animal counterparts, Dogs hold loyalty as being very important – perhaps more important than anything else. This is true in their romantic relationships as well as most Dogs will find a partner who they will stick with forever.
There's Something About Mary might be a gross-out comedy, but there is a sweet message about falling in love and never letting that feeling go. The film stars Ben Stiller as a man who misses his chance of dating his dream girl in high school but holds onto that affection for years, trying to get his second chance.
Hate: Marriage Story (2019)
The thought of a relationship not working out would be very distressing for a Dog. If there were problems, they would work as hard as they can to resolve them no matter what. Therefore, it's likely that a movie that explores the crumbling of a marriage would be hard for them to enjoy.
Marriage Story stars Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson as a couple going through a painful divorce. While the movie finds a surprising amount of humor in the situation, it is an uncomfortable experience about a relationship that just couldn't work.
Love: Liar, Liar (1997)
Honesty is something else a Dog holds in high regard. They strive to be honest as much as they can, and they expect those around them to make the same efforts. Lying is appalling to them, especially when it is done in the face of true justice.
The premise of Liar, Liar seems like a crowd-pleaser for Dogs. Jim Carrey stars as a lawyer who excels at lying only for him to magically be unable to lie after his son makes a wish. He gradually learns the lesson of the damage lying can do.
Hate: Yesterday (2019)
Yesterday is another film that uses a somewhat magical aspect for its very unique and fun premise. Hamish Patel stars as a struggling musician who, after having an accident, wakes up to realize he is the only person in the world who remembers the music of The Beatles.
The young man uses this strange phenomenon to gain fame and fortune in the music industry. Though it would be tempting for many, this is something Dogs would also not condone. As part of valuing honesty, they believe in playing fair which would make the main character's choice quite displeasing for them.
Love: Toy Story (1995)
Toy Story is the film that launched the massive success of Pixar and changed animated movies forever. It also introduced one of the most charming movie friendships of all time with Woody and Buzz Lightyear. This friendship in Toy Story alone would be enough to entice any Dog.
Woody is not only an extremely loyal toy to his kid Andy, but he is also loyal to all the other toys. Though he might not like Buzz at first, he gradually forms an unbreakable attachment to him, and his determination to help Buzz is matched by his determination to get back to Andy.
Hate: Mean Girls (2004)
Mean Girls is a hilarious and clever look at the complex and mean-spirited world of high school cliques. In Mean Girls, Lindsay Lohan stars as a young girl who moves to a new school and is welcomed into the popular girls' circle. Soon she finds herself sinking into their vicious and backstabbing ways.
Dogs would be appalled at the idea that these characters see themselves as friends. They treat each other horribly, making rules for each other, insulting each other, and betraying each other at every turn.
Love: Amélie (2001)
Amélie is a charming French comedy with one of the most likable protagonists in film history. The titular character is a young woman living in Paris whose is inspired by a small act of kindness. She seeks to dedicate herself to helping those around her in small ways.
This is exactly the kind of story Dogs would love. The kindness of the main character towards strangers is something they would aspire to in their own lives.
Hate: Greenberg (2010)
Dogs try to be happy and helpful people in every aspect of their lives. While they can have bad moments like the rest of us and get upset about things. They do try to approach every new situation with an open mind and a positive outlook.
The attitude of the titular character in Greenberg pretty much flies in the face of how Dogs try to act all the time. Ben Stiller stars as an aimless middle-aged man who seems to hate everything around him for no reason and lives in a bubble of misery.
Love: Our Idiot Brother (2011)
Even when the world around them is not always so welcoming, Dogs try to be as friendly and helpful as ever. They like meeting people and try to lend a helping hand to those in need while maintaining a happy demeanor.
Our Idiot Brother might not sound like a happy movie, but Paul Rudd's protagonist fits the mold of a Dog perfectly. Though not always the brightest guy around, he treats everyone with respect and will do whatever he can to help them out. He always has a smile even when everyone around him is frowning.
Hate: Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)
Given how much Dogs like to think about others, they are very troubled by conceited people. They also don't like a materialistic personality which they see as feeding into selfish tendencies. It's safe to say they would hate the main character in Popstar.
Andy Samberg plays a former boy band member who ditches his old friends to launch a solo act. As he skyrockets to fame, he grows more and more arrogant, surrounding himself with luxury and sycophants.