Dot Goes to Hollywood

Flying Bark Productions

Industry	Animation, Film production
Founder	Yoram Gross
Headquarters	Australia
Products	Animated films

Dot Goes to Hollywood is an Australian motion picture from 1987, both directed and produced by Yoram Gross. The film became available on DVD (Region 4) in 2014.

Plot

As the eighth installment in Yoram Gross' Dot franchise, the story opens in Australia, showcasing Dot and a koala named Gumley performing on city streets. A widespread eye disease is affecting koalas, leading to blindness and fatalities. When Gumley falls ill, Dot faces the challenge of securing funds for his medical treatment. Dosey, a kangaroo with a laid-back demeanor, advises Dot to head to Hollywood to raise money more rapidly.

Upon arriving in Hollywood, Dot encounters various celebrities and participates in auditions to generate income. Meanwhile, Gumley is captured and taken to a zoo where a veterinarian diagnoses his condition but lacks the financial means for treatment. After Dot assists Gumley in escaping, his health deteriorates further. Following Dot’s victory in a contest, the veterinarian agrees to perform surgery. Although the initial operation is unsuccessful, a subsequent procedure restores Gumley’s sight.

Gumley makes a surprise return during one of Dot’s performances, where they join other characters in song.

This film features incorporated clips from The New Adventures of Tarzan, Moviestruck, Something to Sing About, Little Princess, and Flying Deuces.

Cast

• Robyn Moore AM provides voices for:
  • Dot, characterized as a barefoot, red-headed Australian girl with a passion for animals
  • Dosey Face, a relaxed and kind-hearted kangaroo
  • Various additional characters
• Keith Scott (voice actor) voices:
  • Gumley, the koala whose health declines throughout the story
  • Grumblebones, a cantankerous kangaroo
  • Laurel and Hardy
  • Several other roles

External links

• Dot Goes to Hollywood at Oz Movies