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Monday Movie Series Drama

Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight

2025
Screened at Bear Tooth: 2025 Season
Rating: NR
Runtime: 1h 38m (98 min)
Directed by Embeth Davidtz
Bear Tooth Film Vault

Archive Cinema Screening

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Synopsis

Based on Alexandra Fuller’s memoir of the same name, DON’T LET’S GO TO THE DOGS TONIGHT captures the childhood of 8-year-old Bobo on her family farm in Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) at the end of the Zimbabwean War for independence in 1980. Growing up in the midst of this long running war, Bobo internalizes both sides of the struggle. Conflicted by her love for people on opposing sides, she tries to make sense of her life in a magical way. Through her eight-year-old gaze we witness Rhodesia’s final days, the family’s unbreakable bond with Africa, and the deep scars that war leaves on survivors. In English and Shona with English subtitles.

Cast

Embeth Davidtz Fumani Shilubana Lexi Venter Rob van Vuuren Zikhona Bali

Official Trailer

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Pair This Screening with Moose's Tooth Pizza & Broken Tooth Drafts

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Seating Age Policies

21+ Main Floor vs Balcony

The main floor is strictly 21+ with reserved dining booths and tables. The balcony welcomes all ages with comfortable theatre seating.

Ticket Pricing

$8 Matinees / $9 General

Screenings before 5 PM are $8. Evening shows are $9. Reserved 3-person booths are $32; 4-person booths are $42.

Arrival Timing

Arrive 30–45 Min Early

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