The idea that animals can sense things beyond human perception has been around for a long time, and many people believe it's why we share such a strong connection with dogs—the foundation of the phrase "man’s best friend." Writer-director Ben Leonberg brings this notion to life in his first feature film, a clever horror movie that manages to be both heartwarming and genuinely frightening. When a man named Todd (Shane…

The central character is lovely, and immediately seems very watchful. Hints about his past have been presented, and it’s anticipated that further details will clarify what's causing these reactions in our canine protagonist. Something unusual is happening, but the human character appears either deliberately overlooking or simply unaware of typical dog behavior and abilities. I really enjoyed the animal star of…

It's possible that people who are fond of dogs would enjoy this more than I did; I personally wasn’t very affected by this horror film reminiscent of stories set in cabins within forests. The narrative unfolds across several timelines, and it doesn't take long to realize that “Todd” (Shane Jensen) – whose face is rarely seen during the seventy-minute runtime – isn't doing well. He has relocated to his recently deceas…

There were moments when I found myself dozing off during certain sequences, as they recurred frequently and became somewhat monotonous, though this also gave me opportunities to re-engage just in time for the more intense parts, so I could keep watching what the dog was doing. It’s a neat dog. The first time it vocalized, my own dog seemed really invested in what was unfolding on screen. However, by the film's con…

This film was wonderful; I really enjoyed it. What makes it special is its originality, and I think the dog, Indy, should receive an Academy Award for his performance.