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Chestnut: Hero of Central Park
Directed by Robert Vince
Produced by Robert Vince
Anna McRoberts
Wolfgang Esenwein
Written by Anna McRoberts
Anne Vince
Starring Makenzie Vega
Abigail Breslin
Barry Bostwick
Christine Tucci
Irene Olga López
Justin Louis
Music by Brahm Wenger
Cinematography Arthur E. Cooper
Editing by Jason Pielak
Studio Keystone Entertainment
Distributed by Miramax Films
Release date(s) October 21, 2004 (2004-10-21)
Running time 87 minutes
Country United States
Language English
Budget $6.7 million
Money made $10 million

Chestnut: Hero of Central Park is a heartwarming family film released in 2004. It tells the story of a very lovable Great Dane dog named Chestnut. The movie follows two young orphan girls, Sal and Ray, who secretly adopt this big, friendly dog. The main challenge is keeping Chestnut hidden from their new adoptive parents. The film shows all the clever ways they try to keep their furry friend a secret.

About the Movie

What's the Story?

The movie begins with two young sisters, Sal and Ray, who used to live in an orphanage. They are adopted by a kind new mother and father, Laura and Matt Tomley. The girls have a big secret: they've adopted a wonderful Great Dane dog named Chestnut!

Sal and Ray do their best to keep Chestnut a secret from their new parents. They know that if their parents find out, Chestnut might be taken to the city pound. At the pound, he could face a sad end. So, the girls come up with many creative plans to hide their beloved dog. The film is all about their adventures and challenges as they try to keep Chestnut safe and part of their family.

Who's in the Movie?

The actors who play the characters in a movie are called the cast. Here are some of the main actors and the roles they play in Chestnut: Hero of Central Park:

  • Makenzie Vega plays Sal
  • Abigail Breslin plays Ray
  • Barry Bostwick plays Thomas Trundle
  • Christine Tucci plays Laura Tomley
  • Irene Olga López plays Rosa Maria
  • Justin Louis plays Matt Tomley
  • Ethan Phillips plays Marty
  • Maurice Godin plays Wesley

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Chestnut (película) para niños

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