---
title: "The Dog Pound"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dog-pound-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 98406
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Dog Pound (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dog-pound-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Dog Pound is a film first released in 2006. Catalogued under Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A failed student trades exams for a year in a remote coastal town."

### Why Watch
- Rich contrast between urban intellect and isolated seaside life
- Atmospheric setting in off‑season resort town
- Thought‑provoking look at family expectations

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel deliberate for viewers seeking fast plot
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with academic failure and familial pressure, making it more suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, introspective, slow-burn, rural, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central premise of the film?
The story follows David, who after failing his university exams, spends a year in the coastal town of La Perrera under his father’s arrangement.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
David, a university student, and his father Ruben, a pragmatic businessman.

### Q: Where does the film take place?
Primarily in La Perrera, a coastal resort town during its off‑season.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑eight minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Dog Pound — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/98406)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*