Documentary Feature AFIN 172
HEALING DAKOTA
Directed by 
James Michael LaMonte
AFIN 2023 Winner
- 2023
- 1h 22m
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USA - English
- PG
- Documentary
Stills
1 frame
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Synopsis
Follow the journey of discovery and healing of a brave K9 who develops PTSD while serving and the story of his healing.
Director's Statement
If directing this film can save dogs lives it was worth everyone minute of it.
What makes this one special
- Nominated in 4 AFIN categoriesBest Sound · Best Original Score · Best Cinematography · Best Film Editing
- A first-time filmmaker
From the Judges
From the Judges
The sound design drew genuine admiration, its textures giving this documentary a rich and immersive presence. Thoughtful costume work grounds the film with the same care, lending its world a lived-in authenticity. Together these craft choices make for a documentary the panel found genuinely accomplished.
Director's Biography
James Michael LaMonte Director
First time film director, my passion for healing these amazing dogs, and all dogs is what motivated me to get in front and behind the camera.
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HEALING DAKOTA was Winner of Best Documentary Feature and a Nominee for Best Sound, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography and Best Film Editing at the AFIN International Film Festival 2023, a Top 100 Best Reviewed and IMDb-qualifying festival.
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