
Dog on Trial
Directed by Laetitia Dosch
Produced by Atelier de Production, Bande à Part Films
A whimsical legal comedy about an idealistic lawyer defending an aggressive dog in a surreal trial, balancing absurdist humor with genuine stakes and warmth.
Avril, an idealistic lawyer dedicated to lost causes, agrees to defend Cosmos, a dog that has bitten three people, leading to the first canine trial. She has no choice but to win the case, as otherwise, her unusual client will be put down.
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Is Dog on Trial easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Does Dog on Trial end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is Dog on Trial scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is Dog on Trial sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
Is Dog on Trial violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
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