Who’s a good indie movie? That’s right! You are! So good, so clever and creative. And surprisingly smart! Audiences need to pay attention tho, there’s all sorts of clues and hidden meanings that pass by pretty quickly, which makes sense for the fact you’re anchored in the dog’s perspective for the duration of the film. Clever gimmick, yes indeed, but works so very well and makes a very Good Movie! Yes you are! Hammering home the tragic nature of being helpless and the heartache of watching a loved one suffering. And the main doggo, Indy, isn’t just a Good Boy, but the bestest boy! Anchoring a very surprisingly poignant and profound look at bereavement, loss, and unconditional loyalty and love. Are you emotionally deep? Yes you are! Is it all possibly monster as metaphor for wasting illness, inevitability and generational trauma? Yup yup yup! Are the creeps very creepy! Yes again! Such atmosphere! Such spooky and cleverly designed creature that is thematically resonant! Much good camera angles and distorted audio cues! Is it perfect, no. It does get a little repetitive and seems to spin its heels before ending a bit abruptly. Creepy you are, scary you are not. But this Good Boy is a good movie, deserves all the treats for taking a high concept pitch and grounding it in a genuinely well-crafted gem.