‘Good Boy’ dog Indy wins Astra acting award — but not everyone’s happy about it
Indy the Dog, the protagonist of the 2025 horror film 'Good Boy', has made history as the first…
By Bobbie Matias
Bobbie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Caloocan City - South.
A self-proclaimed theater kid, Bobbie enjoys watching plays and musicals, while occasionally joining related workshops in their free time.
They're also a huge fan of LGBTQ+ media, believing in its power to heal and inspire through the diverse stories of queer individuals from all eras and walks of life.
Beyond being a writer, Bobbie is studying photography while exploring other creative hobbies, particularly graphic design, video editing, and drawing.
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