The Friend

A solitary writer adopts a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend, beginning a deep bond with the dog. As she cares for the animal, she gradually confronts the memories she has avoided. The journey leads her to reconcile with her past in a drama starring Naomi Watts.

The Friend is a programme presented in the format of a movie and classed as a drama. Its title alone hints at the central relationship that drives the story, and the work is positioned as a narrative piece rather than a series or documentary. The plot follows a writer who lives a largely solitary existence. When she takes in a Great Dane that once belonged to a friend who has since passed away, she forms a close bond with the animal. Through caring for the dog, she gradually confronts memories and unresolved issues from her own past, allowing her to reach a degree of personal closure. The film centres on the emotional journey that unfolds as the writer and the dog become companions. Their connection serves as a catalyst for her to reflect on earlier experiences and to reconcile with events that have shaped her life. As a drama, the story maintains a focus on character and inner change, using the relationship with the Great Dane to illustrate how companionship can prompt introspection and healing.