Echo Chamber - Interview: In Conversation With Michael Lazovsky about 'Sleeping Dog'

'Sleeping Dog' is the feature directorial debut from Michael Lazovsky, which he also wrote. US Limited Theatrical Release Date: 8th May 2026 Digital Release Date: 12th May 2026 Watch via: Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/sleeping-dog/umc.cmc.6gfgj053sf2ffhbpp18xx7b4j SYNOPSIS Journalist Jeremy Corbell @jeremycorbell emerges as a key figure in a dangerous fight to uncover the truth about UAPs, driven by rare access and knowledge few possess. As his pursuit deepens, so do the risks of exposing what was never meant to be seen. CONVERSATION In a world where documentaries often take us into the depths of unexplored realities, Michael Lazovsky directorial debut, 'Sleeping Dog', explores the nuances that make Jeremy Corbell the journalistic lighthouse that he is! Michael talks about the origins of the film and building his relationship with Jeremy. That it started because of the writer's strike, there was no work, so he applied for an editor role on 'Weaponised', Corbell's podcast with George Knapp. He got the job and soon became the producer. Over time, he noticed that once the cameras were off, the conversations didn't stop, they just gained vibrancy. This got him intrigued about the potential for a compelling story of some kind. So he approached Jeremy, looking to get permission to delve into his years' worth of unaired, archived footage. Once getting access to so much material what do you do. Well Michael talks about the long process of breaking the story. Jeremy has lived such an interesting life, there were a lot of directions that could have been explored, so it took a while to find a cohesive narrative. The documentary delves deep into the psychological and emotional strain that accompanies unveiling the truth. It shares raw, unscripted moments of vulnerability, evident when Jeremy openly grapples with the weight of his activism under the ever-present scrutiny. This isn't the typical UFO / UAP story. It focuses on Jeremy as a character driven by unparalleled passion and relentless pursuit of truth. For Michael, the essence lies beyond merely presenting evidence; it's about painting a human portrait of determination and credibility. Through this film, audiences witness Jeremy not only as a bulldog investigator but also as a human dealing with personal burdens and triumphs. The film is woven with surprising twists that defy expectations. From exploring Jeremy's encounters with iconic figures such as John Lear and Bob Lazar to deep dives into unnamed territory, Michael captures a riveting tale that is both expansive and intimate. The documentary portrays the realities and dilemmas of Corbell’s intrepid journey into the domain of UFOs and transparency. Follow the films (@sleepingdogmovie), Michael Lazovsky's (@mikewsky_), Jeremy Corbell’s (@jeremycorbell), producer Joe King's (@joe_kingstagram), composer Jeremy Katz's (@jeremykatzmusic) & Midnightbrew Productions (@midnightbrewproductions) Instagram pages to keep up-to-date with future happenings. Watch the 'Sleeping Dog' review: Here. https://youtu.be/mODAXbjfGgg Hear the full 'Echo Chamber - 428 - Part Two (Sleeping Dog)' episode and learn more about the film here: https://www.podcaphilia.com/echo-chamber/ep428b #SleepingDog - #SleepingDogDoc - #DirectorialDebut - #IndieDirector - #indiefilmmakers - #IndieFilm - #IndieMovie - #IndieDocumentary - #IndieDoc - #IndieStoryTelling - #DocumentaryStorytelling - #HuntingForTruth - #Journalist - #Credibility - #Integrity - #ProtectingTruth - #UAP - #UFO - #indiefilmmakers - #indiefilmmaking - #featuredoc - #EchoChamber - #EchoChamberPodcast