Documentary
United States of America
Stray is a documentary film that follows the life of Zeytin, a stray dog, as she navigates the streets of Istanbul and interacts with the city's human inhabitants. Through Zeytin's eyes, viewers gain insight into the complex social and political context of modern-day Turkey, as well as the country's long history of human-dog coexistence.
The film, directed by Elizabeth Lo, captures Zeytin's daily habits and routines, as well as her interactions with other dogs and the humans she encounters on the streets. Along the way, the film raises questions about the meaning of freedom, the nature of empathy, and the role of dogs in human society.
At times poignant and at times humorous, Stray is a meditation on the resilience of animals, the fragility of human life, and the ways in which our perceptions of the world are shaped by the creatures with whom we share it. Ultimately, the film celebrates the unique bond that can exist between humans and animals, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
