Dog Park

Dog Park

Year: 1999

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Bruce McCulloch

ComedyRomance

While visiting a dog park, Andy experiences a series of romantic setbacks and disappointments. His girlfriend’s impulsive actions lead to the loss of their dog, leaving him feeling lost and longing for connection. He then finds himself awkwardly drawn to a television star, Lorna, but realizes she's preoccupied. Ultimately, Andy learns to appreciate the comfort and companionship found in the dog park community, finding greater value in those simple bonds than in fleeting romances.

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1

Andy's dating spree ends with dog custody loss

Andy has been hopping from relationship to relationship since eighth grade. His latest breakup with Cheryl, who leaves him for Trevor, results in him losing custody of his dog. The situation sets the tone for his unstable love life and the high stakes of companionship he craves.

2

Andy meets Lorna in a bar

Andy meets Lorna, a children's TV show host, in a bar. She is emotionally fragile because Trevor left her for Cheryl and she is obsessed with her own dog. They share a kiss, but she vomits, stopping any further progression in that moment.

Bar
3

Andy pursues Lorna after their encounter

Knowing Lorna works at the TV station, Andy sends her roses and a note asking for a relationship and even makes calls. She decides not to pursue, so he moves on by entering a dating auction.

4

Lorna's date with Callum

Lorna spends time alone and finally goes out on a date with Callum, the clerk from the video store. The date is lackluster, but Callum leaves a helpful message on her machine that helps her in some way.

5

Andy dates Kieran

Andy becomes involved with Kieran, a vegan nutritionist who believes a lot of sex is beneficial. Their relationship explores sexual openness and compatibility.

6

Dog therapy session

Cheryl and Andy take their dog to a psychiatrist, who tells them that the dog's trauma is linked to rough sex near the dog. The session highlights boundaries and pet welfare in their relationships.

Psychiatrist's office
7

Custody fight and breakup attempts

Cheryl and Trevor break up, and Cheryl unsuccessfully tries to win Andy back. The custody arrangement remains tense as both co-parent the dog and navigate their broken relationships.

8

Double-date discovery of an affair

On a double date, Kieran notices that Jeri's boyfriend Jeff is having an affair by observing his body language on the phone. The subtle cues reveal the truth and spark a turning point in their circle.

9

Obedience school graduation reveals affair

Rachel attends the obedience school graduation to see Jeff's dogs receive their diplomas. One dog runs toward Rachel, and Jeri deduces the affair from the scene. They break up, and Andy consoles Jeri.

Obedience school
10

Growing feelings and choosing to pursue together

Andy and Lorna admit they have feelings for each other but are unsure how to move forward. Their separate dating with Kieran and Callum helps them realize they belong together.

11

100 days later, they start a relationship

They meet again at the bar where they first met, exactly 100 days later, and decide to start a relationship. This moment marks the official commitment after a period of uncertainty.

100 days after their initial meeting Bar where they first met

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