Waiting in the Shadows: A Captivating Exploration of Private Maritime Guards in the Film ‘Dogwatch’
Thessaloniki, Greece – In the documentary “Dogwatch,” directed by Gregoris Rentis, the lives of three private maritime guards are explored as they wait for a potential attack that never materializes. Divided into three chapters, the film follows Yorgos, Costa, and Victor, who are hired by shipping companies to provide counter-piracy security measures in High Risk Areas. However, instead of focusing on traditional notions of heroism and control, Rentis chooses to portray the men as passive …