DOG WAR is the story of Jon Barocas who seeks to free the dogs being kept in illegal farms producing dog meat in South Korea.
This is a very good look at the dog meat industry in Korea and elsewhere is Asia. The film is set up so that it follows Barocas as he and his friends track down the people who are keeping dogs so that they can be used for meat. Unexpectedly the film is even handed. The film takes the time to interview lawmakers, people who enjoy dog meat., and other involved in the industry. The result is a film that gives us a great deal to think about.
I should state that I had the above two paragraphs sitting in my draft file for the better part of a week as I pondered what I wanted to say about the film. Largely I have been pondering the various points and trying to filter the fact that the film is looking at how eating dogs is shocking because they are pets but that other animals which don't share our homes are viewed differently by most people. It's a point I haven't quite resolved.
My inability to really discuss some of the themes and ideas in the film, I need to say that this is a great documentary. Playing at times like a thriller, the film is going to grab you and give a great deal to think about.
Recommended.
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