Synopsis

A touching, intelligent and sensitive film about overcoming adversity with the help of men’s best friends. 11-year-old Daniel is a latchkey child who often struggles with a feeling of abandonment after his mother died two years ago. His father, Marc, on the other hand is a workaholic who has little time for his son. Thankfully, Danny can count on his buddies Colin and William. With their help, he trains a dog for the next Superdogs competition. Along the way he wins the friendship of a girl his age and regains attention and affection from his father.

Director

André Mélançon

Born in 1942 in Quebec, Canada. He studied psychology at the University of Montreal and worked as a psychotherapist specializing in juvenile delinquency. He entered the film industry in 1970 as a freelancer with the National Film Board of Canada. In addition to directing and producing, he is also active as an actor. His notable works include (1986), which won a UNICEF Award, and (1988), which received accolades at numerous film festivals.