In Chilean director Vinko Tomicic’s THE DOG THIEF, a 13-year old orphan works as a shoeshine boy on the streets of La Paz. When he suspects one of his clients, a tailor played by Alfredo Castro, might be his father, he steals his dog in an attempt to get closer to him.
It is a gratifying watch thanks to its compassionate story, strong performances, and colorful cinematography by Sergio Armstrong, known for his work with Pablo Larrain.
Tomicic is one of the discoveries of this year’s festival and a talent to watch.
