Top Dog Film Festival @The Hollywood, Sumner Christchurch
NZ's Top Dog Film Festival is returning to Christchurch and YOU CAN BRING YOUR DOG. This special Thursday evening screening is at The Hollywood Cinema in Sumner. Top Dog Film Festival will wag its tail in cinemas around the country sharing a 2 hour collection of short independent films from around the globe, all about dogs! The cunningly canine filled program of heart-warming and inspiring dog films is back for a 2021 tour. Please see conditions to bring your pup.
Meet dogs from all walks of life on the big screen at the 2021 Top Dog Film Festival. From the talented dancing Poodles to the award winning New Zealand sheep dogs. Join us on a journey to find the perfect guide dog for an outdoorsman in Canada and meet the New York dog walker winning over her pack. Meet 4 legged heroes, unbreakable bonds and canine companions that enrich the lives of all those they encounter. Meet the last of the breed to sled dogs in Greenland and the women who is committed to keeping their legacy alive. Experience heartfelt stories of overcoming adversity thanks to man’s best friend and take a look at the prison program transforming the lives on inmates and rescue dogs.
The 2021 Top Dog Film Festival presents a 2-hour cinematic celebration honouring the bond between dogs and their people. Filled with delightfully doggy moments of joy and celebration of our beloved canine companions.
This carefully curated program of short canine-themed films is comprised of the most inspirational, heart-warming and entertaining stories about dogs and their human companions, from independent filmmakers around the globe.
Get your tickets before they all sell out – you’d be barking mad to miss it.
DOGS: If your dog can sit on your lap, they are included in your ticket. If your dog needs it own seat; you can book a limited front-row seat to share OR you can buy a seat for your dog (just include them in your booking at the CHILD price and please bring a towel to cover the cinema chair).
Dog Tickets available:
1-On my human's lap: just buy yourself a general admission and bring your lap sized best friend (no ticket required for your pup)
2-Dog'sOwn Seat - add another child ticket to your booking for your dog to have its own seat
3-Front Row with my human: for the larger dog (limited availability)
PLEASE NOTE: Special terms and conditions apply for this session. Please see details on your ticket. Your dog(s) must be well socialized, able to handle a busy indoor event AND be on their lead at all times. Plus due to our furry friends noses - no outside food at the event please. Please make sure your pooch has a toilet break before the screening. All usual cinema etiquette is requested.
The Top Dog Film Festival is exempt from classification but would obtain a General rating and is suitable for all ages.
VIEW THE TRAILER AND FIND OUT MORE HERE
Beside the front row, SEATING IS NOT ALLOCATED. ARRIVE EARLY FOR THE BEST SEATS
SORRY NO REFUNDS
28 Marriner St, Sumner, Christchurch 8081