A Dog's Life

Homeless, with no family, job or belongings, but with the best possible friends in the world, for whom they are willing to sleep outside in icy weather, sharing what little they earn or beg. For 18 months this Canadian documentary tracked 10 homeless people who, thanks to the strong bonds they have with their four-legged pals, can cope better with life on the street, in a squat or shelter. Some are therapy dogs; others provide motivation to kick addiction. But all are the most faithful mates with whom these people have had a longer and stronger relationship than with any human. (One World)