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Dog’s-Eye Horror Film 'Good Boy' Opens in Theaters

The SXSW-launched debut uses the director’s own dog after a years-long, animal-friendly shoot to realize its canine point of view.

Overview

  • Theatrical rollout begins October 23 in multiple markets via BF Distribution after a March world premiere at SXSW.
  • The film tells a paranormal story entirely through the perspective of Indy, a dog who senses what his owner cannot.
  • Indy is director Ben Leonberg’s real-life pet, reflecting the production’s focus on trust and authenticity with an animal performer.
  • Reports describe an extended production spanning roughly 400 days over three years to capture the canine-centric approach.
  • Coverage cites strong festival reactions and notes a high Rotten Tomatoes score, even as outlets report conflicting runtimes.