What date did the dog which starred in a movie written, produced, and directed by Joe Camp die?
Benji (1974 film) Benji is the first film in a series of five theatrical features about the golden mixed breed dog named Benji. It was written, produced, and directed by Joe Camp, and filmed in and around Denton, Texas. Released in 1974, it was a critical and box-office success, grossing $45 million on a budget of $500,000. The film also received an Academy Award nomination for the Best Original Song for the theme song "I Feel Love," written by Euel Box and performed by country singer Charlie Rich. The film was turned down for distribution by every studio in Hollywood; Camp had to form his own distribution company to distribute the film worldwide. Despite the challenges, "Variety" reported that "Benji" ranked #3 among the top Box Office films of 1974.
A Dog of Flanders (1959 film) A Dog of Flanders is an American film, released in 1959 by 20th Century Fox in CinemaScope and Color by De Luxe. Based on the 1872 novel of the same name by Ouida. It was directed by James B. Clark, with stars David Ladd, Donald Crisp and Theodore Bikel. The film has a happy ending for the boy and his dog. "Patrasche" is played by Spike the Mastador, best known for playing the title character in Old Yeller.