Good Boy – Trust His Instincts

USA 2025
Director: Ben Leonberg
Cast: Indy , Larry Fessenden, Arielle Friedmann, Shane Jensen

73 Min. | OmU | Original with german Subtitles

International

An unexpected diagnosis at the doctor completely throws Todd off balance. Together with his dog, Indy, he retreats to his grandfather’s old house in search of self-discovery, despite his sister’s warnings about circulating ghost stories. Far from the city, Indy soon senses that something is not quite right. If only he could warn his owner.

Director Ben Leonberg spent over three years turning his own dog into the charismatic lead of this unique film. Throughout the entire movie, the camera remains loyal to the perspective of the irresistible four-legged protagonist, rarely placing human actors directly in view. From this experiment emerges not only a tightly concentrated sense of threat but also a flawless masterclass in suspense. Indy’s attempts to protect his owner are some of the most thrilling and emotionally compelling moments cinema has offered in a long time.