{"id":1045,"date":"2021-03-05T03:08:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-05T10:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/?p=1045"},"modified":"2021-03-04T15:36:51","modified_gmt":"2021-03-04T22:36:51","slug":"stray-brilliant-documentary-that-makes-you-see-the-value-of-stepping-up-for-what-you-believe-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/2021\/stray-brilliant-documentary-that-makes-you-see-the-value-of-stepping-up-for-what-you-believe-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Stray * Brilliant Documentary That Makes You See The Value Of Stepping Up For What You Believe In"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Stray.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1046\" width=\"147\" height=\"217\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The world of Zeytin, a stray dog living life on the streets of Istanbul. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Carlee S. comments, \u201c<em>Stray<\/em> is a brilliant film about three beautiful dogs living on the streets of Istanbul, Turkey.&nbsp; Director Elizabeth Lo gives a unique perspective that allows viewers to venture into dogs&#8217; lives and learn a lot about the country of Turkey and the people there, as well. Through the eyes of the dogs we learn about their lives on the streets and the lives of others they interact with.\u201d See her full review below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stray<br>By Carlee S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Age 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Stray<\/em> is a brilliant film about three beautiful dogs living on the streets of Istanbul, Turkey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Director Elizabeth Lo gives a unique perspective that allows viewers to venture into dogs&#8217; lives and learn a lot about the country of Turkey and the people there, as well. Through the eyes of the dogs we learn about their lives on the streets and the lives of others they interact with.&nbsp; We gain a better understanding of the people as we overhear conversations the citizens are having which tell us a lot about the personal lives of the people there and the living conditions. For both the dogs and some of the people, there is danger and the struggle to survive.&nbsp; There are also touching moments. It is an unforgettable film that helps people understand a different part of the world, the people and animals that live there, and that they all have the same basic needs of food, shelter, and friendship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Enjoy Carlee S.&#039;s review of Stray\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lRTEvpnu_B4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Stray.b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1047\" width=\"225\" height=\"126\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><br>This documentary follows three dogs named Zeytin, Nazar and a puppy named Kartal. The camera follows the dogs at their level which is a very ingenious and a creative touch. As the camera rolls, we follow along and see how these dogs interact with other dogs and the humans they encounter. Not only do we get to experience a stray dog\u2019s life, but the lives of a young group of boys also living on the streets. The dogs in Istanbul are allowed to roam around the city freely since the citizens fought to save them. We&#8217;re taken into these dogs\u2019 lives and live it with them, seeing all the sights and sounds they see.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Enjoy Joshitha B.&#039;s and Carlee S.&#039;s interview with Director Elizabeth Lo about Stray\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ABjZQH_oafo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my favorite scenes in <em>Stray<\/em> is when Zeytin is in the park and notices another dog approaching. You can tell from the beginning, when we first get to know Zeytin, that she is a sweet dog. She doesn\u2019t seem to mind the other dogs she comes in contact with and is friendly towards them. Watching Zeytin and the other dogs in the park was very enjoyable. I just loved watching them run around and being very playful. It is a scene that could have been in any part of the world.&nbsp; I also enjoyed watching the puppy, Kartal. The puppy\u2019s expressions are very sweet and, the way people react to Kartal, it adds a nice touch to the film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/stray.a.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1048\" width=\"225\" height=\"126\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The message in this film is to step up for what you believe in. The citizens of Turkey made sure their voices were heard, so that dogs can freely roam, and are not to be held captive or destroyed. Every life is worth something. The dogs provide comfort to many people there. There are some warnings. Some scenes can be graphic that go with life on the streets. Some of the topics and&nbsp;language spoken by some of the people is also for older viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Stray<\/em> 5 out of 5 stars. I was glued to the screen and I am now a much bigger fan of documentaries after watching this film.&nbsp; I plan to watch more in the future. I recommend this film to ages 13 to 20. Magnolia Pictures will release <em>Stray<\/em> in theaters and On Demand on March 5, 2021.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The world of Zeytin, a stray dog living life on the streets of Istanbul. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Carlee S. comments, \u201cStray is a brilliant film about three beautiful dogs living on the streets of Istanbul, Turkey.  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