dognapping

His film 'Isle of Dogs' directly centers on dognapping and canine abduction as the narrative engine, exploring themes of loyalty and rescue.

His mastery of suspense and kidnapping plots (as in 'Marnie' and 'Torn Curtain') provides the psychological thriller framework that dognapping narratives require.

His film 'The Big Lebowski' features a central dognapping plot that drives the comedy and crime narrative, blending humor with abduction themes.