Cinematic Rating
Budget
$70,000
Revenue
$8,844,724
Studio
What’s Wrong with Your Dog?
Directed By
Good Boy Review
MovieWise Analysis
The Story: Released in 2003, Good Boy! centers on a narrative that explores Comedy, Family, Science Fiction. An intergalactic dog pilot from Sirius (the dog star), visits Earth to verify the rumors that dogs have failed to take over the planet.
Cinematic Style: Visually, the film is a standout, utilizing "Rover is about to take over." to set a specific mood. The director focuses on the atmosphere of Comedy, Family, Science Fiction, ensuring the pacing keeps the audience engaged from the opening frame.
The Experience: At its heart, the movie is about the emotional resonance of its themes. Whether it is high-stakes tension or reflective sequences, the film manages to craft a world that feels impactful.
The Verdict: While many films in the Comedy, Family, Science Fiction space rely on formula, this project takes risks with its storytelling. For fans of the cast, it provides plenty of depth to chew on long after the credits roll.
What Audiences Are Saying
"I loved it. It's a unique movie, and Indy (dog) deserves an Oscar for acting so well in this movie."
"I closed my eyes and drifted off a few times during some events that happen in this film. These events happen a lot and it gets repetitive but also allows you to wake up at the crescendo and then continue to watch the dog do stuff. It's a cool dog. The first time the dog whined my dog was very..."
"Maybe if you’re a dog lover you might get more from this. I’m not, so was frankly fairly unimpressed with this cabin in the woods style of spook-fest. It is told with a few overlapping timelines, but quickly we can deduce that “Todd” (Shane Jensen) - whose face we hardly see throughout this seven..."
▶ Official Good Boy Trailer
Cinematic Stills from Good Boy
