Mark Wahlberg‘s latest adventure drama, Arthur the King, really tugs at the heartstrings while offering a glimpse into the grueling world of adventure racing. It is based on true events and the book on which they were recorded, Arthur: The Dog Who Crossed the Jungle to Find a Home by Mikael Lindnord.

The film chronicles the extraordinary journey of Mikael, a pro adventure racer, and his unexpected companion, a resilient street dog named Arthur. Other than Wahlberg’s, there are a few familiar faces in the cast like Simu Liu, Ali Sulliman (Jack Ryan), and Nathalie Emmanuel (Game of Thrones)

The film is anchored by a solid performance from the cast, but Arthur, the dog, truly steals the spotlight. His loyalty and spirit bring a unique warmth to the story, making it not just a tale of endurance, but also one of friendship and trust. The bond between Michael and Arthur is heartwarming and serves as the movie’s emotional core.

I ended up watching it on an airplane instead of the cinema, so I had tears streaming down my cheeks next to a stranger on a plane, for some reason, that’s weirder to me than it happening in a movie theater.

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