''That's Not My Dog!'' is a 2018 Australian

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written and directed by

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and starring

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. Each of the cast members in the film are portraying themselves. The film had a limited cinematic release from 15–18 March 2018, which was extended due to popular demand from audiences. On 31 March 2018, the film was added to the library of streaming service

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, despite still screening in some cinemas. The film was released on DVD on 9 May 2018, and includes a behind the scenes feature.

Plot synopsis

The film centres on

who is throwing a party for his father. Invited are the funniest people Shane knows—Australia's biggest stars along with several Australian music legends playing their biggest hits live, right throughout the party. Featuring little to no developing plot or storyline, the film is instead set on the premise that each invited guest needs to bring nothing except their favourite joke, which each proceeds to tell throughout the night.

Cast

Note: All cast members play themselves. *

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References

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