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There's a rare kind of magic in cinema when an animal's gaze becomes the camera's conscience. Good Boy (2025) pulls this off with an almost stubborn sincerity.

Told from the perspective of Todd's loyal dog, the film invites us into a world where tail wags and ear twitches carry more dramatic weight than any overwrought monologue could. The plot - supernatural forces menacing a rural family home - is genre comfort food. You've seen shades of it before. But here, the choice to keep human faces mostly hidden shifts the emotional burden squarely onto our canine protagonist. And he carries it. My goodness, he carries it. This isn't just "good dog" acting; it's soulful, reactive, deeply felt work that makes you believe in the stakes. If there's a shortfall, it lies in the narrative scope. The mystery at the heart of Good Boy remains tantalizingly thin-more a sketch than a fully fleshed-out puzzle. The supernatural elements, while effectively eerie, don't unravel in ways that surprise or deepen the story, leaving the plot feeling somewhat familiar and linear. I found myself yearning for more-more time to explore the shadowy corners of this rural home, more twists that would test our canine hero's resolve, more layers to the dark forces at play.

The film's brevity and focus mean that certain story threads are only hinted at rather than fully developed, which can leave viewers craving a richer tapestry. But what the story lacks in complexity and breadth, it more than makes up for in raw, heartfelt emotion. The quiet, intimate moments shared between Todd and his dog feel remarkably tender and lived-in, as though we are privileged witnesses to a long-standing, unspoken bond. These scenes are so warm and authentic that they invite us to linger in the spaces between words and actions, feeling the weight of loyalty, love, and protective instinct in every glance and gesture. It's as if we're quietly intruding on a friendship that has been nurtured over years-a bond so natural and profound that it grounds the film's supernatural thrills in genuine emotional truth. It's rare for a film to remind you that sometimes loyalty is the best special effect.

Good Boy might not reinvent the supernatural thriller, but through a wet nose and unwavering eyes, it makes the genre feel freshly, achingly alive.

I enjoyed this more than I expected. It leans into a bit of an experimental style, so you have to be on board with the gimmick, but if you are, there's a lot to like.

Not sure if dogs are eligible for Oscars, but let's get Indy a nomination anyway.

Realistically, this is more of a 3-star film for me, it's good, but definitely has its flaws. That said, it gets a bump for the very fun behind-the-scenes post credits scene. Honestly, more movies should do this. It was both entertaining and fascinating to get a peek at the filming process.

"Good Boy" is a supernatural horror film co-written and directed by Ben Leonberg. Starring Shane Jensen in the lead human role and Indy in the lead canine role, it makes effective use of its intriguing gimmick thanks to some creative direction and memorable performance from its animal actor.

In New Jersey, Todd (Shane Jensen) and his pet Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dog Indy move into a house that was once owned by Todd's late grandfather (Larry Fessenden). Although the house is believed to be haunted, Todd brushes off these claims and tries his best to settle into this new location out in a remote wooded area. However, Indy begins to see unsettling things that Todd apparently cannot, including sinister shadows, frightening apparitions, and humanoid figures passing in and out of the house at their leisure. With few ways of communicating these supernatural happenings to Todd, Indy tries his best to cope with all of the scary occurrences that continue to haunt him and his owner out in this forested wilderness, whether their intentions are harmful or not.

It is reasonable to come to the conclusion that out of all of the animals we see depicted on screen, it is the humble dog that usually receives the most love from audiences around the world. Frequently referred to as "man's best friend", these canines always earn this nickname by means of their loyalty, dependability, and physical cuteness that is hard to resist. This is why nobody wants to see these innocent creatures either dying or being hurt right in front of them. After all, the catalyst for a certain popular action film franchise was the main character's dog being killed and him setting out to avenge its death by any means necessary. Utilising an interesting storytelling technique that is often overlooked, "Good Boy" is a worthwhile horror movie told from the perspective of a dog trying to protect his owner from the fearsome events they each experience that is equally as scary as it is heartfelt.

Told nearly entirely at the eye level of Indy, the film shows us all of the events unfold the way any dog may witness them occurring along with its owner. Beginning in a small dark lounge room lit only by TV static, we see Indy lying quietly next to his master Todd as the latter snoozes peacefully on the couch. Suddenly, something piques Indy's interest that causes him to look up; a human-shaped silhouette manifesting from the corner of the room. Before Indy has time to wake his owner up, Todd's mobile phone starts ringing, causing him to rise from his slumber to answer the call. On the other end of the phone is Todd's sister Vera (Arielle Friedman), who informs him that their grandfather has passed away and left his allegedly haunted house to Todd in his will. Deciding to move in right away, Todd packs up his things and takes Indy with him to live away from civilisation in this small house out in the forested area. Though Indy clearly doesn't like this change in living quarters, he chooses to put up with this for the sake of appeasing his owner.

Once the two of them settle in to the new place, strange things start to happen around Indy that Todd apparently cannot see. For instance, while Todd goes about his daily business around the house, Indy cannot look away from the stairs leading to the basement, as though there could be someone down there waiting to attack them. Even though Todd goes in and out of the basement without issue, Indy still senses something is a amiss and keeps his gaze firmly fixed on the darkness surrounding the door leading downstairs. Since he has no real way of verbally telling his owner of any potential danger, all Indy can really do is bark and whimper in hopes that Todd will stay away from danger, which yields mixed results in the long run. Knowing that Todd's safety means the world to Indy, you can't help but love this adorable canine friend in his pursuit of protecting his master from harm. Although as mentioned earlier, it's pretty easy to find a dog character likeable in just about every form of visual media.

Thanks to some innovative filming techniques, director Ben Leonberg always makes the audience feel as though they are watching every single event unfold directly from Indy's point of view. To achieve this, Leonberg almost always places the camera at ground level to give the viewer the impression that the world seems big and scary to a dog without a human owner to guide them around. As a result, you really do feel like you are experiencing the same amount of fear and confusion along with poor Indy at all times, whether it's witnessing a dark apparition bashing its head on a door or disembodied footprints appearing on the floor without warning. Even something as simple as a fox wandering around the woods in front of the house can come across as something sinister within the context of what a dog might perceive as threatening.

Additionally, Leonberg very rarely shows any human characters' faces, including Todd himself, obscuring them either with shadows or conveniently placed objects in the foreground. On that note, there's this one shot that stood out to me where Indy is seen standing behind the vertical wooden bars on the patio looking at Todd getting out of his car in the rain. Resembling a jail cell of sorts, I interpreted this as Indy being unable to break out of this symbolic language-restricted prison to warn his owner that danger lurks inside the house. Because we can't see Todd's face throughout all of this, the selling point here is Indy's concerned body language, reminding the audience that this is a dog's story and not the humans.

For a trained animal, Indy the dog does a superb job expressing just as much emotion as any real human actor, perhaps even more so in some cases. Belonging to director Ben Leonberg, Indy gives what could possibly be one of the best performances from a dog actor in the history of cinema, completely carrying the weight of the movie from start to finish. Reportedly, Leonberg spent 400 days over the course of three years trying to achieve the appropriate level of realism in Indy's on screen performance, and to say he succeeded would be an understatement. I've never seen a dog convey so many different emotional states from his face and body language alone, ranging from genuine fear in his eyes to his obvious relief that Todd is finally home after work. Also, without revealing spoilers, the final scene at the film's climax will likely cause dog lovers everywhere to well up with tears, though not in the way you might expect.

As a horror movie and a tribute to our canine friends, "Good Boy" succeeds in both departments by combining the two together to create one of the most unique experiences to grace cinema screens in a while. There wouldn't be many other filmmakers like Ben Leonberg willing to take the risk of telling a horror story entirely from a dog's point of view, let alone one who uses their own dog in the process, but this one proves that it was a risk well worth taking. Even if you aren't a dog person, there are still plenty of other aspects of the film to appreciate on a technical level, ranging from its consistently ominous atmosphere to some inventive cinematography that allows you to see things from an entirely different perspective. To everyone concerned for Indy's wellbeing, nothing bad actually happened to this dog in real life or in the film, as Leonberg was forced to confirm due to overwhelming public demand. Because of that, I can now say that all of those who love dogs like me can breathe a collective sigh of relief and watch the movie like normal.

I rate it 7/10.

"Good Boy" is a classic creepy haunted house story wrapped around a surprisingly fresh and original idea of having a dog as the protagonist. Indy the dog, playing Indy in the film, may well be one of the first canine actors to truly lead a horror movie-and he does a remarkable job, making the story feel more believable and perhaps engaging too. Most viewers will likely be won over by Indy alone.

The plot itself may feel a bit shallow and straightforward for seasoned horror fans, but the presence of the dog adds a unique charm that sets it apart. I liked some details which I can not spoil here, that make you think of your own relationship with your pet friend. There are a few effective jump-scare moments that are genuinely fun, even if the film is mostly a slow burn which leads to the expected. The pacing does drag at times, especially towards the end, but the consistent tone helps maintain focus without any distracting mood shifts.

Some of the dream sequences can be confusing, and I felt they could have benefited from sharper editing. The supernatural element (which is even revealed on the poster) remains vague and mostly unexplained, which-while slightly generic-might actually work in the film's favor by keeping the mystery in the "shadows". Though some of the effects look a bit cheap, the clever use of shadows and camera angles stands out. The creaking of the trees, the wooden house and the eerie soundtrack also fit the atmosphere nicely and draws you in.

If you enjoy slow-burn supernatural horror, you might find this film worth your time-just don't go in with sky-high expectations. I hope Indy makes good money out of this one to buy a life-time of bones :)

Good Boy was an interesting and unique movie experience. Indy the dog is very photogenic and expressive, which is good because he dominates every shot.

The humans here are completely ancillary. They are out of focus, or standing tall such that their heads are cropped out of the picture. There is little dialog but enough to set the stage about the family, the cabin, and the mortality rate.

It took some time to get the point of the movie, mostly because I misunderstood who was in the first scene. Once I got there, I think it was a good point.

It's not always easy to know what Indy is thinking. He has dreams and a dream mentor, which helps. But I found myself wishing for screen overlays with data as was used in Sherlock.

It's a short movie, but if you stick around after the credits you'll get an extra 5 minutes of the director explaining how they filmed with indy.

Good Boy (2025) is a horror movie where the main protagonists is a dog and he must protect his owner from evil entities. I just got done watching this movie and it was good.

Positives for Good Boy (2025): I like the plot of having a dog as the main character of a horror movie. Indy the dog does an excellent job at carrying this movie as he cares about his owner and will protect from anyone or anything. The pacing is quite good here and the movie is only 72 minutes long. There are some good looking practical effects being used for certain scenes. And finally, the movie's jumpscares are good and effectively scary at times.

Negatives for Good Boy (2025): This feel more like a proof of concept than an actual movie. There isn't much going on aside from Indy being worried. There are a couple of moments where Indy's owner is being really dumb when Indy starts to get worried and he ignores him. And finally, the movie needed to be a bit longer because it goes by really fast.

Overall, Good Boy (2025) is a good little horror movie with a dog as a surprisingly great protagonist. I am honestly excited to see what the filmmakers and Indy are going to do next down the road.

Every scene in the film features Indy or is from Indy's POV, which made it a huge challenge for the filmmakers, requiring 400 camera days over a three-year period. It was worth the effort. The visual pallet makes excellent use of light and shadow to create an atmosphere of tension and foreboding. Indy is a terrific headliner for this wonderful allegorical horror film that also serves as a tribute to man's best friend. There may never be another one like it. It's a homage to the loyalty and devotion of our canine companions. Sniff it out if you're a horror fan, but most definitely track it down if you're a dog lover.

Every so often, a horror film comes along that doesn't try to terrify you with monsters or mayhem, but instead unsettles you with quiet emotion and unexpected empathy. Good Boy is exactly that kind of film. Directed by Ben Leonberg in his feature debut, this haunting and deeply original story invites us into the world of the supernatural from the perspective of a dog. It's a strange pitch on paper, but on screen, it's something special, melancholy, eerie, and surprisingly profound.

If this film had been released in the mid-to-late '80s, it would've become an instant cult classic-the kind of VHS gem horror fans traded in secret, whispering about the "dog movie that made them cry." And that's not a knock against it. In fact, I kind of wish I could have experienced Good Boy through the eyes of my younger self-because beneath its unsettling quiet and spectral atmosphere lies a story about loyalty, loss, and the invisible bonds between humans and their pets.

The brilliance of Good Boy lies in its perspective. By filtering the haunting through the eyes of Indy, the titular good boy and Leonberg's real-life dog-the film feels intimate, disorienting, and emotionally raw. There's a line early in the movie that reframes everything we see later, and once it clicks, you realize just how cleverly constructed this story really is. The scares aren't loud or cheap. Instead, they crawl under your skin, growing with each passing scene as Indy's confusion and devotion intertwine with something otherworldly.

The human characters are never fully shown, their faces obscured or framed just out of view. That choice is bold and it works. It reinforces the feeling that this story isn't about them; it's about how the world looks and feels to a creature that loves without understanding the horrors that linger in the corners. The unseen becomes terrifying, not because it's monstrous, but because it's unknowable.

Larry Fessenden's involvement adds a subtle layer of indie horror credibility, but the true star here is Indy. Through his eyes and movements, we see grief, confusion, and pure, unwavering loyalty. Anyone who's ever had that one special dog, the kind of companion that feels like a part of your soul-will find this film quietly devastating. I did. It reminded me of my own dog, C. C., and that unspoken connection that never really fades.

Good Boy isn't a traditional horror film. It's not trying to be. It's a supernatural story dressed in fur and heartache, one that leaves you haunted not by ghosts, but by memories. The ending lingers like a cold breeze, sad, beautiful, and oddly comforting.

Good Boy is a unique, emotional, and quietly chilling experience that proves horror can be heartfelt without losing its edge.

From a technical standpoint, this movie deserves its applause. To create something at this level in 3 years, with an almost nonexistent crew, and all basically done inside their house, is really cool. The dog also went full Christian Tail here, so props to the good boy for his great performance. Actually best actor worthy.

Besides that mannn, sometimes glimmers of good come through, but this is a below avg movie & only avg/slightly above if you consider how it was made (which is obv an accomplishment compared to what the avg movie has access to & act produces in the end).

But idk why u don't just say that rather than overhype it, like it's been getting. Just feel expectations are gonna be let down and time even felt wasted.

Just when I think all haunted house stories have been told, along comes "Good Boy." I give anyone a high rating for coming up with a new take on it. "Good Boy" tells a relatively simple horror story filmed from the perspective of a dog. Not through the dog's eyes but at its level, superior senses and limited intellect.

This is also the weakness of the movie because I could only read so much from the dog's face. The movie maker could recreate the superior hearing but, of course, not the smell. I would have liked the movie better had the supernatural element been more surprising. It's not a fatal flaw, just a missed opportunity.

The cinematography, alone, is worth the ticket price - almost all is from the waist and lower. I don't think you even see any human faces until nearly the end of the movie. I think it's fantastic that the director dared to shoot it as such and stuck to his guns. I imagine there were naysayers.

The theater version had a director's commentary after the credits which is worth waiting for, so don't leave early.

Everyone is raving about this movie and I'm wondering if we all saw the same film. For a movie that's not even 80 minutes it felt like it was pushing 2 hours. I haven't been this bored in a movie in a while. I dozed off quite a few times. Nothing really happens at all. Are people just giving this rave reviews because the dog is cute? The best part of the movie was easily after the credits when they showed the audience how it was filmed and how long it took to get the footage needed.

No pun intended - and if you have seen my review to the movie I am referring this too (Skinamarink) you may feel that I did not like this one - but this has a dog! Also makes way more "sense" than the other one.

Still you have to really get your teeth into it ... and be able to be patient ... being a pet and even more a dog lover helps! Ever wondered why they stare at something in the corner? Well they probably just dream about squirrels ... just kidding.

There are scares here ... and this is really well done overall, but the pacing will put a lot of people to the test ... to say the least.

UPDATED REVIEW (10/09/25):

During my first viewing, I didn't like this movie. I found it repetitive and vague, and I had given it a 4.5/10. But I rewatched the movie today. It's much better in a second viewing.

Many of the the criticisms that I had during my first viewing were dissipated after a second viewing. I also recommend the short post-credits scene, which shows the effort and skill that went into making a movie with a dog as the protagonist. The post-credits scene helps impart more appreciation for the movie. It's simply incredible how they could get the dog's facial expressions and movements to align so perfectly with the events they wanted they to show

As I said in my initial review - the dog is so cute, and the way they shoot the movie from a dog's POV is original. In addition, the ending hits hard; I choked up and felt tears coming.

Initially, I found the movie repetitive. I felt as if the dog merely saw something vague or shadowy over and over again. But on a second viewing, I found those scenes less repetitive and more sensible. The key is to pay attention to the dialogue and the VHS scenes relating to the grandfather, which can be easy to overlook because of the dog-centered POV. Ultimately, what the dog sees is meant to draw an ominously comprehensive parallel between Todd and the grandfather, a detail that I was able to better grasp on a second viewing

I had also found the movie vague in my initial viewing. After a second viewing, I would change the "vagueness" to "deliberately ambiguous," like Henry James' "Turn of the Screw." Whether the shadowy beings are metaphorical representations of death or supernatural beings isn't clear. But whether it's one or the other, the message of the movie remains: the movie offers insight about the fatalistic nature of death, the importance of moving on, and the relationship between humans and pets

I initially rated this movie a 4.5/10 after my first viewing. After a second viewing, I'll bump it up to 7.0/10

7.0/10

INITIAL REVIEW (10/05/25):

The movie reminded me of the following horror movies: The Woman In the Yard, Presence, and In A Violent Nature. The movie is like the latter 2 because of how repetitive and dull the POV gets. Too many times in the movie, the dog watches something vague or unclear, and it just leads to nothing. The effect is that, even at 75-minutes or so, this movie shockingly feels quite long.

The movie is also like "The Woman in the Yard" because of the vagueness. To explain this point clearly would be to give away big spoilers. But I'll just say that the movie doesn't really explain what's happening. Who or what are those things in the shadows? Is the movie ultimately supernatural or symbolic? I have no idea. This movie, like The Woman in the Yard, is not scary at all.

I'll go with a 4.5/10 . If the dog weren't so cute, I would have went much lower.

LIKES: The Cinematography Direction The Sound Editing Originality All About The Setup Interesting Concepts The Dog The After Credits Reveal Summary: When it comes to independent films, I find myself always fascinated with the artistic choices of the director as they often tell stories in the most imaginative ways. Good Boy's small crew has accomplished much in their original tale, putting focus on the perspective of a dog in a very odd situation. As we find out in the after-credits scene, the perspective makes the difference, and Leonberg has put a lot of focus on coordinating stuff with the simplest of tricks. I loved the emotion, the ever-drifting angles of the sequence, and a film with little dialogue, but it tells a story through those incredible lenses. To find just the right shot to convey such hard moments is impressive, a technique lost in the modern-day trends of CGI and high special effects. The sound editing is gorgeous as well, subtle noises, crafty effects, and all the authentic dog noises were probably the strongest scare element of the movie, given how such sounds are hard for me to listen to. Again, it's nothing mind-blowing, unique, or truly a new vibe or sound, but it accomplishes much with a very minor budget to make it come to life.

Aside from the audiovisual effects, Good Boy's originality is a unique focus on following the dog through this "mystery" as he tries to keep his owner safe. A huge setup, the movie is a test of the audience's patience and understanding of loyalty versus conventionality. Indy's fierceness in their friendship is done so well, and the plot pays homage to what these animals can do, almost better than any human. That setup is an emotional roller coaster, and having a dog myself, its relevance helped to drive Leonberg's point across for me. Interesting concepts run alongside this part, trying to inject elements of horror that provide a mystery and thriller aura into the movie. And that allure of what haunts the house kept me guessing, trying to figure out where the film was going. I'll grant them some bonus points for adding some homage to the classic horror films of the past, which I thought was mirrored in several aspects of the film that I found creative. But most are going to care about the Dog, who accomplishes a lot in this film. Indy somehow conveys so much, and though the director reveals that the camera work does some lifting, the dog still has a spirit that helps to express so much of the emotional turmoil. He is also adorable to look at, his face, mannerisms, and those adorable moments of smiling, something I just naturally hover to and think dog lovers will absolutely love that aspect. Finally, my favorite part of the film was the revelation of how they made the movie at the end. It's a nerd quality, sure, but as my friend said, you can also find appreciation for how this small team accomplished this film, and the lengths it takes to make a movie without an army to make it.

DISLIKES: The Plot's Ambiguity Way Too Dark In My Theater Scare Factor Is Minimal Hard To Watch Moments Was The Revelation Worth It?

Summary: Where the movie veers away from enjoyment for me is what feels like too independent a concept that most may not enjoy. The plot's ambiguity is one aspect, a film that is a testament to the dog's loyalty, but the horror element needed work. You can find lots of interpretations, but Good Boy has a basic story without too many answers, trying to give you breadcrumbs to somehow piece together into a heavy story. I was left with more questions than answers, and not in a good way, as I waited to uncover something big in this house. For those who like abstract ways of thought, you might give this approach some more points, but I don't quite think it matches other artistic movies I've seen from film festivals. Even worse, the movie is too dark, as in visually dark to be enjoyable. Some elements do thrive in the shadows to start, especially at the beginning; however, when that tactic becomes too much that is obscures a lot of important details to an annoying level, that's where my friend and I didn't enjoy the film. The scare factor is minimal, relying too much on you being afraid of the dark, letting the claustrophobic grip have its way with you as the dog tries to do everything he can. As a result, the movie is not the most thrilling or scariest, which was again hard to enjoy as much as I wanted to see something horrifying waiting in the halls of the house. Ironically, the hardest, scariest moments to face were seeing the poor dog suffer at times. Those horrifying shrieks, the way he gets treated, and some other aspects I can't share to avoid spoilers are very difficult for me to watch, and at times, I found myself pissed at the choices they made to show that hurt the dog lover in me. Of course, the question comes up: was it all worth it? After reflecting on it, no, I don't think it was for most audiences. It is that concept that I think makes this film feel a little weaker, and what makes me think you might optimize your time at home on this one.

The VERDICT: Heartfelt, original, and creative, Good Boy has merits that show how independent films can be the masters of the movie-making art. Simple tactics create a complex presentation, full of authentic moments that are unique, intriguing, coordinated, and convey the primary message of what man's best friend can be prominent in. To have all these elements at a fraction of a budget gets my applause, and seeing that behind-the-scenes look helps put that perspective to the front enough to get some leeway. Yet, the movie's artistic liberties seemed a bit too free, and that made me feel quite bored at times, lost in this ambiguous enigma that this house has within its walls. The dark camera angles, forlorn stories, mundane scares, and focus on buildup did not come together to deliver the solid scary film they wanted. Such a small team accomplished a lot, but the directions were still a bit too independent for me, and I think I best enjoyed it at home. To score this is hard, but in the end, I give Good Boy: Comedy/Horror/Thriller: 6.5 Movie Overall: 5.0.

I had to write a review. This is one of the best films of the year. I really do hope it gets the recognition it deserves. I have to say that Indy is adorable! Making a ghost story from a dog's perspective is unique and challenging. But does it work? Absolutely. You feel what Indy feels. You see what Indy sees. This film is creepy and you feel the confusion and dread that Indy is feeling. He is a dog who loves his owner and is devoted to him. He knows something is going on, but he can't convey that to his owner, as much as he'd like to tell him. That's all I want to say. I hope this review is enough to convince everyone to see this film. It may rip your heart out, but it is an effective horror film. Indy is the star and he shines! Please see for yourself.

Good Boy is horror movie that right off the bat has a unique premise. The entire film is from the perspective of a dog, who is noticing that something's off about his owner. The dog and the technical aspects are easily the highlight of the film. The low angles, dark shadowy figures, and bright lights all help us put the the perspective of the dog. Indy (the dog himself) is the best actor in the movie. He actually shows more emotion than the humans themselves. The main gripe I have is that ( while the film isn't long) it gets very repetitive. The film constantly teases us that something's in the house , but we never really get to know what it is that is haunting them. The middle section of the film is where it almost made me loose interest, where it was just a lot of Indy just kinda staring at something and his owner telling him that there's nothing there. Also the human actors were not the best. While they weren't horrendously awful,but they weren't very convincing. Overall, Good boy was a solid indie horror flick that does deliver on its premise, but needed a bit more depth or scares to make it a bit more memorable. I still people should still go out and see based on the synopsis and if you are a dog owner or own any kind of pet.

This movie is everything I wanted from a horror movie; not only are the horror shots and jump scares well put together, plot is a supernatural that doesn't mock your intelligence, direction has this Hitchcockian feeling to it, and characters that you actually care about. Especially the doggo.

The most adorable actor of his generation, Indie, steals the show from his fellow human actors with every scene he's in. After a few scenes you almost forget the human characters and focus on the goodest boy ever. His intersction with the camera, actors and environment makes it feel like he knows what he's doing.

Overall, this movie wants you to connect with the star of the show and at that it is a success. Waiting for more horror movies starring Indie.

Ps: Don't show the movie to your cats.

Good Boy was definitely not what I expected, but it wasn't bad either. For an indie horror film with a dog as the main character, it's surprisingly unique and engaging. While I was a bit confused at first, everything came together nicely by the end. The dog absolutely stole the show, delivering real emotion throughout the film. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for something fresh, different, and unexpectedly heartfelt.

That was a Ruff hour that felt like 2

Todd movies to his grandads house as he has been quite sick and wants a different start. It's just Todd and his dog Indy. Indy starts to notice things are off about the house and night after night it gets progressively worse along with Todd's illness. Haunted by spirits of people and dogs of the past, Indy must mark his territory while looking out for Todd.

I really REALLY wanted to like this movie, but it's just not good, the perspective of the dog isn't even the problem.

The CGI, not good, the overall story was tame and honestly without Indy being such a good boy this movie would tank.

The movie is 85% loud noises and creaks and the other 15% is coughing.

There were one or two creepy scenes when you think you can see something but when you actually can it looks quite bad and takes you out of it.

Not worth the trip to the cinema, maybe not worth throwing on at all, Indy is a good boy but the movie is far from good, 4/10.

I remember hearing about this concept and wondering whether or not I think it could work. I was really optimistic and curious about how a horror film following a dog would end up going. I think this film works pretty good for me for the most part and I think the dog does a phenomenal job here in this film and it's really so impressive to see this dog pull these emotions and how emotional it gets in the film as well and the dog is easily the best part of the film for me. The movie also has some really strong horror elements presented throughout the film and I like how it's gradually getting more and more insane for our protagonists. The story is solid as well and I enjoyed this idea they presented and I don't think it was executed the perfect way for me I will atleast appreciate them for doing something really new and fresh in this genre. The cinematography is also great and there's some really stunning moments in this movie with shots with the dog and I think there's some beautiful lighting and shots as well in this film. Let me get into my negatives here I feel like this movie sometimes takes too long to get into its main ideas though and I feel like I appreciate the symbolism the movie tries to do but it just doesn't work out for me personally and there's so many interesting things throughout this story which I wish they would've expanded on more in the film and I wish it was longer so we could explore these ideas presented in the movie. I also feel like there's some moments which just felt so confusing and off putting to me. Overall I think this movie is really solid though and definitely worth watching though!

"Good Boy" follows Indy, the pet dog of Todd, a young man who relocates to his grandfather's rural house which is believed to be haunted. Indy immediately notices strange goings-on in the home, which become increasingly volatile as Todd's health declines from an unnamed lung illness.

It is rare for a horror film these days to present us with a fresh concept, and while "Good Boy" is very much a run-of-the-mill "things going bump in the night" haunted house film on one hand, it is uniquely presented from the perspective of a dog who is attuned to the supernatural occurrences circling around him. Some may argue that the film is gimmicky, and on one hand, they're correct--however, this micro-budget effort is inventive and slick enough to rise above the more generic nuts and bolts that make up its funhouse of horrors.

The film was shot over a period of three years using the director's actual (untrained) pet dog in his own home, and the labor of love here is evident. As far as indie horror flicks go, "Good Boy" is quite slick looking. It's well-shot and the limited location is atmospheric and often adequately eerie. The lead "performance" of Indy is as natural as they come, serving as a mirror for the audience's emotions as the drama of the human world around him functions as a subtext for the bonds we have with our pets. This is essentially the emotional core of the film, and it comes into greater focus in the last act as Todd's increasingly dire circumstances leave both Indy and himself in a supernatural grip. Rather cleverly, the human characters in the film are visually obfuscated, with their faces almost never shown on full display, effectively placing the audience in Indy's vantage point.

While there are a handful of good scares, the atmosphere and tone are what generate most of the suspense. Initially, the repeated encounters and dreams experienced by Indy do tend to run a bit repetitive, but the final act ramps up significantly and I found myself increasingly curious about where the film was going to land. Given that its anchor is the canine protagonist, there are only so many places a film like this could have gone, but the inevitable conclusion is poignant and memorable.

Though an imperfect film, "Good Boy" is an inventive experiment that managed to keep my attention from start to finish. Anyone who has ever owned a pet has had the experience of their four-legged companion sensing something we cannot, and the film effectively plays on that while still managing to have plenty of heart. When taking into account the origins of a shoestring production like this, "Good Boy" is an especially impressive endeavor that deserves to be seen. 7/10.