Stray Dog

PBS Independent Lens

Behind the leather and chrome lives a man haunted by the brutality of war.

After Winter’s Bone, Debra Granik turned to a documentary on Ron “Stray Dog” Hall, a biker and RV park manager from southern Missouri. Initially embodying stereotypes of “middle America,” Hall is gradually revealed as a Vietnam veteran transformed by his experiences, dedicated to supporting his community and fellow vets. The film, rich with wisdom and heart, captures the bonds of community and, in its second half, offers a poignant glimpse of a changing America.

• Awards:

  • Los Angeles Film Festival (2014): Best Documentary Feature

  • Atlanta Film Festival (2015): Jury Award for Best Documentary Feature

  • Cleveland International Film Festival (2015): Nesnady and Schwartz Documentary Competition - Best Documentary

  • Memphis Indie Film Festival (2014): Best Documentary Feature

  • Twin Cities Film Fest (2014): Best Documentary

  Nominations:

  • Film Independent Spirit Awards (2015): Best Documentary Feature

  • London Film Festival (2014): Grierson Award for Documentary Film

  • Nashville Film Festival (2015): Grand Jury Prize in the Documentary Competition

  • Sarasota Film Festival (2015): Jury Prize for Best Documentary Feature

  • Zurich Film Festival (2014): Golden Eye for Best International Documentary Film