: Many viewers and critics single out "Boy" the dog as the true star, noting the emotional weight and survival skills he brings to Joel’s 85-mile journey. Critique

Love and Monsters (2020) is a refreshingly upbeat, post-apocalyptic adventure that avoids the grim tone typical of the genre. Directed by Michael Matthews, it stars Dylan O’Brien as Joel Dawson, a lovably hapless survivor who leaves the safety of his underground bunker to reunite with his high school sweetheart, Aimee ( IMDb ).

: Critics from Rotten Tomatoes highlight Dylan O’Brien’s "charming star turn," noting his ability to balance humor and emotional depth as he navigates a world of giant, mutated creepy-crawlies.