This movie starts VERY slow and violently and I was going to bail on it.

I didn't and now I'm glad I stuck it out. It's a great heartwarming story of man's interaction with wolves which led to the dogs. You'll cry.

Yes, there are some things that need to be overlooked -- like everybody wearing modern parkas made to look prehistoric, but they look more Saks 5th Avenue, however if you can suspend your disbelief you'll be infor a wild ride.