A story about Robert Grainier, a day laborer employed as a logger helping to expand the railways across America. Forced to spend prolonged periods of time away from his wife, Gladys, and their young daughter, Grainier struggles to make sense of his place in a rapidly changing world. As his story unfolds, he experiences great love, unspeakable loss and unique bonds, on a journey that is both distinct and universal.
SPOILER! Does the dog die onscreen? No. But it is presumed dead by the end of the film when the main character, as an elderly man, reflects back on his life and a portion of that includes his moments with his dog. It’s profoundly beautiful and equally heartbreaking. It’s an incredible film.
*SPOILER* Main character’s family is presumed dead after a fire burns their home down while the character is away. No goodbye, and no closure confirmation/on their deaths either.
To add to the other comment, it’s around 1 hour 12 minutes 50 seconds on Netflix. It is audio and visual. Look away and mute for 20 seconds (all good by 1 hour 13 minutes and 10 seconds)
There are moments of extreme anxiety for the main character but I wouldnt say full panic attack and nothing that would cause myself to have a panic attack (if you also have them when you hear them)