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That’s Not My Dog!

That’s Not My Dog!

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2018

Director

Dean Murphy

Runtime

87 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

That’s Not My Dog! is a celebratory variety-style comedy that emphasizes Australian celebrity culture over individual identity exploration. The film showcases comedic talent and musical legends, focusing on communal joy and a star-studded party setting. The narrative structure follows standard comedic clichés and traditional social frameworks. It does not feature characters with intersecting identities or themes that challenge established social hierarchies. Overall, the film serves as mainstream entertainment that upholds conventional cultural norms through its joyful, star-studded party atmosphere.

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Category Breakdown

Does That’s Not My Dog! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+. It focuses on a traditional social setting without representing non-binary or non-cisgender identities.

How does That’s Not My Dog! portray gender?

Fair

The movie centers around Shane Jacobson and maintains a male-focused perspective. It relies on conventional comedic stereotypes rather than challenging traditional masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is That’s Not My Dog!?

Limited

The film highlights Australian stars and music legends, reflecting the local industry's demographic. However, it does not intentionally cast a diverse range of actors or prioritize non-Anglo-Saxon representation.

How does That’s Not My Dog! represent religion and culture?

Fair

The premise revolves around traditional Western social celebrations, emphasizing music and humor. It reinforces community values without critiquing cultural institutions.

Does That’s Not My Dog! include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the inclusion or portrayal of individuals with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights Australian comedic talent and musical legends in a joyful, communal setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Could benefit from intentional multi-layered casting and a more diverse range of representations.
  • Needs to address complex identity politics and challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

THAT’S NOT MY DOG! is a joyous comedy that celebrates our love of joke telling. The film centres around the loveable Shane Jacobson (playing himself) who is throwing a party. Invited are the funniest people Shane knows comprising of Australia’s biggest stars along with several Australian music legends playing their biggest hits live, right throughout the party.

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