Avril, an independently-minded lawyer known for taking on lost causes, resolves to secure a victory in her next case. However, when Dariuch another seemingly hopeless client, asks her to defend his faithful canine companion, Cosmos, Avril is unable to resist.
She dives into the absurdity of defending a canine client, confronting not only the legal system but also advocating for both women’s and animal rights. A lively and at times comical court case unfolds – where a dog’s life hangs in the balance. A critical hit at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, Laetitia Dosch’s film is a wry and insightful dark comedy that deserves more than a fair hearing.
Dog on Trial screens as part of the 2024 French Film Festival touring programme.
