Baxter and Me

This documentary runs for 80 minutes and reflects on Leahy's life story intertwined with her passion for dogs and filmmaking. It reveals how dogs have been a constant source of companionship for her through various life experiences, including illness and heartbreak.

Leahy's journey is narrated through a unique lens, showcasing her beginnings at the Women’s Film Workshop in the 1970s in Sydney, as well as her involvement with the Australian Film, Television and Radio School. The documentary is introspective, revealing the importance of dogs in her life while also touching on her filmmaking career.

With echoes of her previous work, My Life Without Steve, Baxter and Me combines themes of love, loss, and resilience. Collectors of documentary films will find this title noteworthy for its personal storytelling and exploration of the bond between humans and their pets.