STRAY

Zeytin, Nazar, and Kartal are three stray dogs wandering the streets of Istanbul, embarking on inconspicuous journeys through Turkish society. Their disparate lives intersect when they each form intimate bonds with a group of young Syrians who share the streets with them.

Reminiscent of the adorable hit Kedi, Elizabeth Lo’s compassionate documentary observes the vibrancy of Istanbul through a dog’s eye view. Capturing the sweet friendship between stray canines and young Syrian refugees, this roving travelogue resounds with a deep sympathy for the disenfranchised.