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Stinky Dog, Happy Life in Paris!

Stinky Dog, Happy Life in Paris!

Team reviewed
1h2020Belgium, Spain, France
Animation

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Detailed parental analysis

This French animated film follows a very naive dog through a series of short, playful adventures in Paris, with a whimsical and welcoming tone that is clearly aimed at young children. Sensitive content mostly comes from cartoon mishaps, small comic disasters, brief chases, and some mild teasing directed at the hero, which could unsettle a very sensitive child without becoming truly threatening. The intensity stays low throughout, and tense moments are usually brief and quickly softened by humor, with little lasting harm and no graphic imagery. For children around age 4, the overall content is generally suitable, though adult support may help if a child is bothered by noisy chaos, arguments, or scenes where the main character is treated with suspicion. Parents can also use the film to discuss kindness, empathy, and how clumsy behavior does not define a character's worth.

Synopsis

Once upon a time there was a Parisian dog, naive and passionate, called Chien Pourri (rotten dog). With Chaplapla, his faithful gutter companion, Chien Pourri walks the streets of Paris, truffles blowing in the wind. No matter what disasters it causes, it always gets back on its feet! So much so that other dogs are starting to find it suspicious ... A program of five short films to follow the crazy adventures of Chien Pourri and his friends and introduce the poetry of Paris to the little ones! By the Panic in the Village and the Grand Méchant Renard (Big Bad Fox) teams.

Where to watch

Availability checked on Apr 03, 2026

About this title

Format
Feature film
Year
2020
Runtime
1h
Countries
Belgium, Spain, France
Original language
FR

Content barometer

  • Violence
    2/5
    Moderate
  • Fear
    2/5
    A few scenes
  • Sexuality
    0/5
    None
  • Language
    1/5
    Mild
  • Narrative complexity
    0/5
    Simple
  • Adult themes
    0/5
    None

Watch-outs

  • Abuse

Values conveyed

  • friendship
  • kindness
  • helpfulness
  • resilience