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Dogs and War: What I saw in Ukraine

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2025 · 109 min Documentary
10.0 / 10 · TMDB

When Russia invaded in February 2022. Japanese director Akane Yamada travelled to the war zone to document an often-overlooked story - the fate of animals and the people who refuse to abandon them. Known for her work in disaster zones since Fukushima, Yamada witnessed animal welfare groups mobilising at the Polish border to help refugees and their pets, and followed Ukrainians who continued to adopt shelter animals amid the chaos. In Borodianka, near Kyiv, she uncovered the tragic deaths of shelter dogs left behind during occupation. Her three-year investigation led her deep into Ukraine's frontline regions, from flooded Kherson after the Kahkovka Dam's destruction to a children's hospital in Kyiv struck by a missile. Through the stories of people who refuse to abandon animals even amid the devastation of war, this documentary portrays the resilience and dignity of those who refuse to surrender to violence.

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Original Title 犬と戦争: ウクライナで私が見たこと
Year 2025
Country Japan
Genre Documentary
Director Akane Yamada
Runtime 109 min.
Rating TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes)

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Dogs and War: What I saw in Ukraine is an exceptional film rated 10.0/10. It ranks among the finest in its genre and is an absolute must-watch for any film lover.

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A fresh 2025 release — still building its audience and reputation. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

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