The ending of the film brings together many of the characters who knew Red Dog to mourn his passing. They gather near the tree where Red Dog died, suggesting this place now holds significance. Red Dog's grave is marked with an epitaph honoring his free spirit. Including Vanno and his family acknowledges how Red Dog brought people together. Mentioning Red Cat reminds viewers of Red Dog's own origins and journey. Jocko covering Red Dog with dirt signifies accepting his death and allows Red Dog to fully rest at home.

1. The ending of the film…

2. Who is
present?

3. Who is
present? How have they assembled
and what does this suggest?

4. Who is
present?
What do you notice about the trees
and the way they have been used in
the scene?
How have they assembled
and what does this suggest?

5. Where has Red Dog
died and why is this
important?

6. Where has Red Dog
died and why is this
important?
What is important about
this choice of words on
John’s epitaph?

7. Why do you think
Vanno AND his wife and
child have been
included like this?

8. Why do you think Red Cat has been
included, and what does it make us
remember about Red Dog?

9. Why do you think Jocko is
the one to cover Red Dog,
and why does he do this?

10. Why do you think Jocko is
the one to cover Red Dog,
and why does he do this?
What is significant about Nancy
saying: “You stay here. You’re home
now”?

11. How would you
describe the tone of this
final scene?