Dog Days

In the sultry haze of a Montreal summer, the Saint-Henri neighborhood becomes the stage for a series of mysterious events that transcend the ordinary. DOG DAYS, an anthology series, dives deep into the lives of its residents during a relentless heatwave, exploring the thin line between mirages and reality. Episode one introduces us to Djamina, who grapples with distinguishing reality from the illusions brought on by the oppressive heat. As the series unfolds, each episode reveals the unique, sometimes supernatural experiences of the Saint-Henri inhabitants, from Hind's seemingly innocuous wish that inexplicably comes true in episode two, to Drew's shocking encounter with money raining down from the sky in episode three. The neighborhood of Saint-Henri, Montreal vividly portrayed as more than just a backdrop but as a living, breathing entity, influences and interacts with its inhabitants. The series paints a contemporary portrait of this historically rich area, acknowledging its past and present cultural tapestry, which now vibrantly includes the contributions of its black community—a notable absence in Gabrielle Roy's classic "The Tin Flute." As the series weaves through the intertwined lives of its characters, it not only explores romantic entanglements and personal transformations but also subtly addresses broader themes such as gentrification and climate change. This modern homage to Saint-Henri and its denizens offers a fresh narrative perspective, highlighting how a community can shape the destinies of those within it, all while they experience extraordinary moments of surrealism amidst their daily struggles and interactions.

Keywords

• Award Winning
• Creatives: Debut Films
• Screen: Canada
• Sooner Exclusives
• Sooner Exclusives: Stories that Matter
• community
• jazz
• summer
• urban living

Actors

• Mireille Metellus
• Karina Aktouf
• Mylène Mackay
• Audrey Roger
• Leïla Thibeault-Louchem
• Adam Moussamih
• Zakary Belharbi
• Luc-Carl Uzarama
• Nate Husser

Director

• Eva Kabuya