DOG WAR follows a team of combat vets as they fight to stop the dog meat trade
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Seoul is introducing a new diagnostic test designed to detect dog meat. Developed by the city's Research Institute of Public Health and Environment, this test aims to prevent the deceitful sale of dog meat disguised as other meats. This will be a useful tool as the government begins to implement its ban on the consumption and trade of dog meat in 2027.
The government is working to reimburse businesses for the losses caused by the revision of the law. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Check out this new interview with DOG WAR director Andrew Abrahams just published in UK online news magazine.
Dog War is an exciting new documentary that follows a team of war-hardened canine-loving combat veterans fighting to stop the dog-meat trade in South Korea.
South Korea plans to announce compensation for dog meat sellers in September, following a January bill banning the consumption and sale of dog meat. Compensation could exceed 150 billion won. The ban will impose penalties on those still involved in the dog meat trade, which has already seen a 35% decline in farms over the past five years.
SEOUL: South Korea is poised to announce compensation plans for dog meat sellers in September, in a follow-up to its passage of a Bill in January banning the eating and selling of dog meat.
Two women were arrested in the Philippines for illegally selling dog meat, which they falsely marketed as goat meat. The suspects face charges under the 1998 Animal Welfare Act, which prohibits the slaughter of dogs for human consumption in the Philippines.
Authorities arrested two women for selling dog meat in Morong, Rizal, Nico Waje reported Sunday on 24 Oras Weekend.
Bali officials recently discovered that tourists were being deceived into eating dog meat. During recent inspections, authorities seized hundreds of kilograms of raw dog meat, despite a strict ban on the trade.
Bali cracks down on dog meat after investigation shows tourists being duped into eating skewers - Around 500 dog meat skewers and 56kg of raw dog meat found in inspection
Watch this interview with DOG WAR director Andrew Abrahams on The Upcoming.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQZ4i1jvU7I
From DOGGOZILLA Magazine: “DOG WAR is not just about dogs, but the clash of perspectives about what is right, ethical, and even natural or cultural. While spotlighting a country at war with itself over the issue, the film also ignites questions about cultural difference and social change.”
Read the full interview here: https://doggozila.com/dog-war-film/
Dirty Movies says DOG WAR is “Very effective…rich in resolve and ambition.”
Here’s the full review: https://dmovies.org/2024/06/23/dog-war/
Filmhounds Magazine says about DOG WAR "For a topic that evokes such strong emotional responses, it never passes any judgment itself, and it does a fantastic job of presenting a diverse range of arguments to be judged by us instead."
Read the full review here: https://filmhounds.co.uk/2024/06/dog-war-raindance/
The Upcoming, a British News Magazine, says about DOG WAR: “The documentary succeeds in laying out the various issues that make this debate morally and legally complicated….more than [about] the cruelty of the dog meat industry, Dog War is an examination of a nation approaching a turning point in its history.”
Check out the full review here: https://www.theupcoming.co.uk/2024/06/23/raindance-film-festival-2024-dog-war-movie-review/
Chatter Box called DOG WAR "A film that is both touching and heart-rending…A gripping and at times intense watch of a transitional moment in the Far East"
Read for the full review here: https://chatterboxfilm.com/dog-war-a-gripping-and-at-times-intense-watch-review/
Tran Minh Hau, who used to run a "puppy fattening farm" near Hanoi, received financial help from Humane Society International (HSI) to leave that behind and start farming vegetables instead. This support not only changed Hau's life but also marked a positive step in ending the cruel dog and cat meat trade in Southeast Asia.
Hanoi - Stroking lovingly, Tran Minh Hau pats a brown puppy. It's the last time he'll see the animal. But instead of going, he...
Rupert, an Alaskan Malamute from China, narrowly escaped being sold to a meat market in Beijing thanks to No To Dog Meat. Nikki, touched by his story, traveled from Yorkshire to Paris to adopt him, and since finding his forever home, Rupert has thrived, showcasing his affectionate and playful nature despite his challenging past.
Rupert was destined for an unthinkable fate. Now, thanks to an incredible series of events, he has a second chance at happiness and a loving home of his own.
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"A standout documentary that bravely addresses a contentious issue. It's a film that doesn't just document; it questions and inspires, making it a powerful…must-watch for anyone interested in the intersections of culture, ethics, and animal rights.” – Overly Honest Movie Reviews
Jackie Head, a volunteer with Yappy Ever After, has taken in Toby, a Labrador rescued from a dog meat festival in China where he endured years of abuse, including shaved fur and cigarette burns. Despite his rough start, Toby is now thriving in his new home, enjoying special meals to gain weight and even getting coconut oil massages for his healing skin.
Toby is eating a special diet with pro-biotic dog food to help him gain weight, after being rescued.
This year's traditional "bok" days in Korea, once celebrated with dishes like bosintang (dog meat soup) for stamina, are now marked by animal rights groups holding protests against dog meat consumption. This is a huge victory, as over 20 groups gather to observe the first dog meat-free "boknal".
The three “bok” days of summer, when Koreans traditionally consume dishes to replenish stamina, have in recent years become days when animal rights groups hold protests to condemn the eating of dog meat.
Julia De Cadenet and her team at No To Dog Meat recently rescued two German shepherds from a dogcatcher in China who intended to sell them for meat. Despite encountering obstacles, they intervened just in time, ensuring these dogs evaded a tragic fate. DOG WAR features similar stories and contributes significantly to the ongoing battle against the dog meat trade.
Representatives from charity No to Dog Meat were on their way to visit rescues in Yulin, China, when they saw a sinister sight.
More press coming from the world premiere of DOG WAR at the Raindance Film Festival
The award-nominated Dog War follows veterans as they explore the dark world of dog meat trading in South Korea.
From Jade Ara and the Stop Yulin Podcast ...
COMING UP on the Stop Yulin Podcast: DOG WAR film- Exclusive interview😎
Next July 21st 👉join me for an exclusive interview with DOG WAR's Andrew Abrahams, producer/director, and Jon Barocas, the film protagonist. The film had it world premiere on June 23rd in London as part of the prestigious Raindance Film Festival and went on to win the 2024 Spirit of Raindance Award🏆
📢WE ARE TAKING YOUR QUESTIONS: Please submit your questions before July 20th at: [email protected]
This is YOUR opportunity to ask our guests your most pressing questions, be it at the film production level or the S. Korean dog meat trade, don’t miss this exclusive chance to get your questions answered.
Another great review from DOG WAR's world premiere:
“A powerful documentary that challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths. It's a story of courage, compassion, and the ongoing struggle for a more humane world. For anyone who cares about animal rights, it's a must-watch."
– Unruly Dan, Unruly Folk Magazine
https://unrulyfolk.com/dog-war-documentary-review/
From Filmhounds Magazine:
"DOG WAR is an intricate series of snapshots, all depicting their own battles within the war around the dog meat trade in South Korea. Some are generational differences internal to Korea, and some are cultural differences between the East and West. Our focal points are Jon and Vince, two American ex-soldiers who have made it their mission to put an end to what they believe is a cruel and evil practice, but we also hear several nuanced views from other activists, farmers and restauranteurs along the way."
Full interview with director Andrew Abrahams here:
https://filmhounds.co.uk/2024/06/andrew-abrahams-talsk-dog-war/
Read snippets below from a "raving review" of DOG WAR in conjunction with its London premiere at Raindance Film Festival:
Cultural Conflicts through a Lens of Compassion
"Abrahams directs a cast of real-life heroes—veterans turned animal rescuers—through a world filled with moral and physical peril while maintaining a respectful view of cultural complexities and working tirelessly to open eyes while respecting tradition….
DOG WAR doesn't just challenge viewers to consider the rights and wrongs of animal consumption; it invites them to explore the broader implications of survival, morality, and the impacts of holding onto or breaking away from tradition….
Instead of shock value, Abrahams opts for engagement through intelligent discourse and poignant storytelling, making the subject matter accessible and thought-provoking….
DOG WAR is more than just a film; it's a dynamic call to awareness and action. It highlights the challenges and celebrates the bravery of those who stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves. The film navigates the tricky waters of cultural practices and animal rights with sensitivity and sophistication, calling for a compassionate reassessment of our values and actions in a globally connected world. Through this documentary, Abrahams tells a story and kindles a movement, urging us to consider the broader impact of our cultural choices….
DOG WAR is a standout documentary that bravely addresses a contentious issue. It's a film that doesn't just document; it questions and inspires, making it a powerful…must-watch for anyone interested in the intersections of culture, ethics, and animal rights."
– Chris Jones, Overly Honest reviews
https://mailnewsgroup.com/ohmr/cultural-conflicts-through-a-lens-of-compassion/
DOG WAR has just won the Spirit of Raindance Award at Raindance Film Festival!
Director Andrew Abrahams says, "I am absolutely thrilled! Not just because it is one of the festival's top awards, but because it validates the real, grassroots and boots on the ground approach to independent film, like DOG WAR, and to the issue and efforts at the heart of the film: stopping the cruel practice of the dog meat trade."
On our way to the London World premiere of DOG WAR at Raindance Film Festival
About to have our world premiere at Raindance, with festival director Elliott Grove, film director Andrew Abrahams, and film subject Jon Barocas, with dog meat rescue Miracle.
In Hanoi, amidst efforts to crack down on the consumption of dog and cat meat, a heartwarming rescue operation saw the liberation of 58 puppies from the trade. Saved from a fate of slaughter, these puppies now find themselves under the care of compassionate individuals, offering them a chance at a better life.
Humane Society International (HSI) alongside animal rescue partners, successfully saved 58 puppies from the cruel fate of the dog meat trade in Thai Nguyen, Vietnam. These puppies were being reared in two separate fattening farms designed to prepare them for slaughter. The timely intervention on Wed...
Starting to get some press about the Raindance DOG WAR premiere in London, and shining light on the dog meat trade.
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Each year, tens of millions of dogs are farmed or stolen, and then slaughtered for food throughout Asia. In Korea, popular myth claims that a tortuous and painful death enhances the taste of the meat and the sexual "stamina" of the men who eat it. This increasingly stigmatized trade has become a flashpoint in South Korea, where some believe the Asian custom originated, and where cultural and generational shifts have drawn entrenched battle lines.
DOG WAR follows a team of American combat vets as they join forces with Korean activists to stop the lucrative and powerful dog meat trade. Employing commando practices mostly undercover, they enter and disrupt this shadow world, saving one or hundreds of dogs at a time, and helping to transform an industry and nation. Leaving behind families and critics that question their motives and tactics, they risk it all to fight for those that cannot fight for themselves. DOG WAR goes behind the scenes as the battle unfolds, looking at the complex forces that pit dogs' lives against human livelihood, and revealing haunting truths about the breach of contract with man's best friend. (In production)
