Ahead of the Good Boy premiere, Ben Leonberg spoke with CinemaBlend about his unique film and the adorable pooch at the center of its story. During the chat, he opened up about everything from everyone’s fear Indy would die, to what it was like making one of the most anticipated horror movies of the year with his wife and trusty pet:

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The movie's clever marketing hinges on a simple emotional hook: Everyone wants to be sure the dog survives. Leonberg, who also happens to be Indy’s real-life owner, spoke with Polygon about the film’s ending, sharing his interpretation and insight into its final moments.

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Leonberg insists that his dog isn’t giving a performance, but rather it’s the artistry of the film that gives life to each scene. Indy is one of the most innocent protagonists in film history, and that's not lost on its director.

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