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In 1960s New York, John Wojtowicz challenged societal expectations with a defiant lifestyle and unconventional relationships. His attempt to rob a bank in 1972, intended to pay for his lover's sex reassignment surgery, became a national sensation broadcast live on television. The ensuing events inspired the acclaimed film Dog Day Afternoon and cemented Wojtowicz's lasting notoriety. This documentary weaves together interviews and archival footage from the 1970s and 2000s, examining the sexual revolution, the gay liberation movement, and Wojtowicz’s controversial impact, all while exploring his complex relationship with his mother.

In 1960s New York, John Wojtowicz challenged societal expectations with a defiant lifestyle and unconventional relationships. His attempt to rob a bank in 1972, intended to pay for his lover's sex reassignment surgery, became a national sensation broadcast live on television. The ensuing events inspired the acclaimed film Dog Day Afternoon and cemented Wojtowicz's lasting notoriety. This documentary weaves together interviews and archival footage from the 1970s and 2000s, examining the sexual revolution, the gay liberation movement, and Wojtowicz’s controversial impact, all while exploring his complex relationship with his mother.

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Ratings and Reviews for The Dog

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Metacritic

76

Metascore

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User Score

TMDB

68

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User Score

Letterboxd

3.4

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Cars Featured in The Dog

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Audi

2009

A4 Avant B8

BMW

1997

528i E39

BMW

2013

X1 E84

Chevrolet

2005

Cobalt

Chevrolet

2011

Express

Chevrolet

2007

Silverado

Dodge

2003

Neon

Fleetwood

1978

Southwind

Ford

2013

C-Max Hybrid

Ford

2005

Crown Victoria

The Dog Themes and Keywords

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The Dog Other Names and Titles

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