Isle of Dogs 2018

Overview

The film "Isle of Dogs" takes place in a future setting. In this world, a Japanese city is affected by an outbreak of canine flu. The mayor of the city responds to the outbreak by banishing dogs to a remote island. The island is used as a garbage dump, indicating its unsanitary conditions. The dogs that are sent to the island are outcasts, having been abandoned or rejected by society. A 12-year-old boy arrives on the island in search of his pet, which prompts the dogs to embark on a journey. The boy's arrival sets in motion the events of the film, which explores the relationship between humans and animals. The story unfolds on the island, where the dogs and the boy form connections and navigate their circumstances. The film presents a unique and imaginative world, where the boundaries between humans and animals are blurred.