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The Power of the Dog

By Jane Campion

2021

Drama

2h06

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7.1/10

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3.9/5

Press

3.4/5

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Synopsis

Charismatic rancher Phil Burbank inspires fear and awe in those around him. When his brother brings home a new wife and her son, Phil torments them until he finds himself exposed to the possibility of love.

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Community Reviews

The Power of the Dog has elicited a mix of admiration and critique from viewers. Many praise its deep exploration of complex themes like masculinity and its visually stunning cinematography. Benedict Cumberbatch's performance is frequently highlighted as a standout. However, some viewers find the film's pace too slow and its narrative somewhat confusing, with a tendency towards a brooding atmosphere that may not be to everyone's taste.

👍 Stunning cinematography and deep themes

👎 Slow pace and potentially confusing narrative

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Reviews and Comments

4 reviews
Matheo Farget
Matheorated ★ 7/10
December 2, 2025

LK
Levrated ★ 7/10
February 15, 2025

AL
Alexandrerated ★ 7/10
December 31, 2024

Melissa Cardenas
Melissarated ★ 10/10
May 7, 2024

Casting

Jane Campion

Jane Campion

Director

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch

Phil Burbank

Kirsten Dunst

Kirsten Dunst

Rose

Jesse Plemons

Jesse Plemons

George Burbank

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Peter

Thomasin McKenzie

Thomasin McKenzie

Lola

Keith Carradine

Keith Carradine

Gouverneur Edward

Frances Conroy

Frances Conroy

Mme Burbank

Genevieve Lemon

Genevieve Lemon

Mme Lewis

Sean Keenan

Sean Keenan

Sven

GE

George Mason

Crickett

DA

David Denis

Angelo

CO

Cohen Holloway

Bobby

ED

Edward Campbell

Stan

Adam Beach

Adam Beach

Edward Nappo

JA

Jacque Drew

Jeanie

YV

Yvette Parsons

Hettie

PE

Peter Carroll

Vieux monsieur

AL

Alice May Connolly

Pearl

KA

Karl Willetts

Bill

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