Film Independent Members, in partnership with KCRW, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight, followed by an in-person conversation with writer/director Embeth Davitz.

Based on Alexandra Fuller’s memoir of the same name, Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight captures the childhood of eight-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 gaze we witness Rhodesia’s final days, the family’s unbreakable bond with Africa, and the deep scars that war leaves on survivors.

The film was an official selection of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, Zurich Film Festival, Durban International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival and Palm Springs International Film Festival.

From Sony Pictures Classics, Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight will be released in New York and Los Angeles on July 11.

 
2025, 98 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Embeth Davitz | Main Cast Embeth Davitz, Lexi Venter, Zikhona Bali | Produced by Helena Spring, Paul Buys, Embeth Davitz | Executive Produced by Trevor Noah, Anele Mdoda, Frankie Du Toit, Alexandra Fuller
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, June 11. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Masks are optional. This is subject to change as we continue to monitor public health guidance.

Parking at The Grove is $5 with validation from AMC.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per Membership, per event.

Members are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.