"Good Deed Entertainment has acquired North American distribution rights to Dogs on the Sendero, the critically acclaimed indie drama from actor/writer/director Michael Flores and cinematographer/producer Jon McGinty (I, Tonya, Promising Young Woman). The film will be released on major streaming platforms, including Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango at Home on August 5, 2025.
A heartfelt and timely story of loss, redemption, and rediscovery, Dogs on the Sendero centers on Sol (Flores), a grieving husband who hits the road in a vintage RV with his tiny dog Rosie to honor his late wife’s memory and the trip they dreamed of taking together across America, while reconnecting with his Mestizo (Hispanic and Native American) roots. The film stars Native American actors Michael Flores, who is of Yaqui and Spanish descent, alongside Jon Proudstar (Reservation Dogs), whose ancestry includes Yoeme, Jewish, and Mexican heritage.
The film’s moving story, authentic representation, and lush cinematography resonated on the festival circuit, earning over a dozen awards, including Best Film at the Carmarthen Bay, Full Bloom, and Real to Reel Film Festivals. Michael Flores also received multiple Best Director awards, and Director of Photography Jon McGinty garnered widespread praise for his camera work on location in New York, the South, and the Midwest.
“This [film] is an act of courage and representation,” said civil rights filmmaker Brad Bailey. Renowned author and screenwriter George Pelecanos (The Wire) called it “A rare find. A true indie film with earned emotion and heart,” and the iconic actor and director Joan Darling lauded Dogs on the Sendero as “A touching story about surviving loss.”
“We are very proud to partner with Good Deed Entertainment, a company that champions bold, meaningful independent cinema,” said Flores. “Dogs on the Sendero is deeply personal—both culturally and emotionally—and it’s been thrilling to see that it speaks to so many people.”
Good Deed Entertainment, known for its dedication to artistically daring and socially conscious films, praised the project for its emotional depth and representation. “Michael and his team created something that is as cinematic as it is soul-stirring, a testament to the power of independent voices,” said Erik Donley, Good Deed’s Head of Acquisitions and Distribution.
With comparisons to films like Nomadland, Nebraska, and A Man Called Otto, Dogs on the Sendero is poised to reach both art-house and mainstream audiences seeking authenticity and underrepresented perspectives on screen."
