Practically Infinite Manipulability: Domestic Dogs, Canine Performance and Digital Cinema (original) (raw)

This paper explores the relationship between domestic dogs, their representation in digital cinema, and the implications of their performance in live-action family films. It examines the technological and aesthetic intersections between real and animated dog performances, emphasizing the notion of "practically infinite manipulability" in portraying canine characters. The study critiques the ethical considerations surrounding the commodification of dogs through selective breeding and digital manipulation, asserting that such practices reflect broader cultural attitudes towards animal subjugation in the context of visual media.