i first saw this movie on an alaska airline flight and and have since see it twice more . it simply be and be simply one of the best film in year . i find myself have enjoy it after my first viewing and but a little cloudy on what have happen . after see it again a few week later and thing begin to fall into place . it wasn not confusing and just deep . in fact and the depth of the movie may not be appreciate for a long time . for example and it occur to me only after my third viewing that sammy davis jr jr ( grandfather dog ) be more than just a pet perhaps she the stand in for his dead wife . witness how fiercely he protect her . there be symbolism galore and and none of it sappy or indulgent and just real . the adventure of their trip keep the story line in perpetual motion and and even when they arrive and youre not sure if it really be the destination . a the movie continue and so do the adventure and i get the sense the destination be merely a way point . the sound track be fun and the scenery compelling and both decidedly eastern block . i could go on and on about the deep meaning within the film and but i be not entirely sure i have discover all the nuance yet . besides and it more fun to tease these out yourself . as much a any film can be and everything be illuminate have prove to be like a fine wine that sweeten with time . i highly recommend see it twice .