The Dog ate my homework
Director: Alexandra Lemay
Cast:Agnès Laing
Crew:Writer: Alexandra Lemay. Producer: Alexandra Lemay. Lead Animator: Peggy Arel
Email:miss.alexandra.lemay@gmail.com
Web:centrevox.ca/en/exhibitions/alexandra-lemay-youth-cinema
Synopsis
'The Dog Ate My Homework' is a charming stop-motion short that sends you surfing through the digital whirlpool of the internet. When a charismatic canine gatecrashes 12-year-old Charlie's screen, it's a laugh-out-loud reminder of the power of focus. As the lines blur between online adventures and offline duties, it's a colorful call to not forget life beyond the screen.
* please note the screener is in its original french version but I can provide a version dubbed in english if preferred
Trailer
About the director
Alexandra Lemay is a creative jack of all trades, specializing in fabrication and stop-motion filmmaking. With her knack for humorously unraveling life's relatable truths, she brings stories to life by crafting intricate miniature worlds and memorable characters. Her filmography includes two short films produced by the NFB, 'All the Rage' and 'Freaks of Nurture', as well as 'Quick Fix', an independently produced stop-motion live action hybrid. Her latest project, 'The Dog Ate My Homework', co-produced with Centre VOX, explores the theme of children and screens as part of an educational program.
Filmmaker's note
I wanted to capture the spirit of the internet, highlighting both its appeal and challenges, without sounding moralistic. The result is a playful blend of stop-motion and digital animation, blurring the lines between pixels and reality. It takes viewers on a fun and surrealist journey, reminding them to balance offline responsibilities with online adventures. With a wink to kids and a knowing smile to multitasking adults, this piece aims to bridge the digital divide. This film has been a labor of love, an exhilarating journey filled with dedication and hard work. Despite a micro budget, our small yet incredibly talented team brought it to life. The film is animated in French, with an English dubbed version available, but I believe its original language captures the essence better.