DOGS OF OZ

Animation,

United States

2026

Runtime, min

Dogs of Oz (based on a true story) follows Magdalene, a Sloughi dog, on an extraordinary journey across Morocco, guided by chance, instinct, and a pull that feels like fate toward a new home. More than a rescue, it’s a story about what we’re forced to leave behind, what we choose to carry forward, and how destiny finds us the moment we finally let go.

Director:

John Kalning

Selections and Awards:

REVIEWS:

A very cool film. Bright, poignant, and deep. Amazing animation—beautiful and somehow so "real" that you stop noticing it and immerse yourself in the real world of the characters and their emotions. Watched it in one breath. It touches you to the depths of your soul. Thank you!

Live Screenings Attendee

Too simplistic for a festival film.

Rossi Matteo

An extraordinary true story translated well into animation. Very touching.

Sergei Nazaryan

The beautiful journey of the dog.

Kitti Nattaya

The adventure of the dog Magdalene.

Sharma Priya

A sweet story, but the visual style didn't quite have the cinematic weight I expect at a festival.

Alexandre Tsinividi

Always relevant.

Live Screenings Attendee

Overdid the explanation.

Live Screenings Attendee

Unpleasant flirting with Christianity.

Live Screenings Attendee

Wanted more action.

Srisuk Pimchanok

The animation style is a bit simple.

Andrei Smirnov

A great journey! I loved following the dog across Morocco. It felt like a real adventure.

Santos Ana

I liked the warm and expansive Moroccan landscapes.

Javier López

Wished it was longer.

Kollros Ferraris