Lassie boycotted by angry fans

The latest Lassie movie is under fire because the lead role has not been given to a descendent of the original canine star for the first time.

Mon, 06 Jun, 2005 - 13:46

The latest Lassie movie is under fire because the lead role has not been given to a descendent of the original canine star for the first time.

Fans of the legendary movies are outraged, as every Lassie film or television series since 1946 has starred a member of the first Lassie's extended family.

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