Pick of the Litter

Description

Meet Patriot, Poppet, Potomac, Primrose, and Phil, five impossibly adorable Labrador Retriever puppies. We meet them at the moment of their birth when they are enrolled into the national Guide Dogs for the Blind program based in San Rafael, CA. Soon after, they are placed with temporary trainers, individuals who have volunteered to shepherd the puppies through months of intensive training. Their emotional commitment to the dogs is intense and inspiring, making this documentary an emotional roller coaster once we realize that not all the dogs have what it takes to succeed.

“While Pick of the Litter stands out for its canine characterizations, it’s fundamentally a film about the endlessly fascinating, constantly evolving relationship between dogs and humans, cultivated over millennia of advantageous interaction.” – Justin Lowe, The Hollywood Reporter

“Hardy and Nachman’s film is the uncommon near-perfect documentary: the filmic elements fade, done so well the viewer focuses on the dogs and their journey. All of this leads up to the tremendous joy of freedom and partnership for those whose lives are transformed by their new guide dogs.” – Bradley Gibson, Film Threat

This is a free community screening, and furry friends are welcome! Service animals will not be turned away, even if the registration for dogs is at capacity. Due to allergen considerations, pets will not be able to take up seats, and the balcony will remain an animal-free zone.
 
By RSVPing to this event, you agree to take responsibility for the behavior of your pet. Attendees will be entering an environment with animals that are not trained as service animals; the festival is not responsible for the behavior of these animals.

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