The Power of the Dog

POSITIVES

  • Interesting character dynamics and relationships are what this film is about. 

  • Benedict Cumberbatch plays a really commanding man, and he'll keep you wondering what he is going to do next. 

  • Not to be outshined by Cumberbatch, Jesse Plemons, Kirsten Dunst, Kodi Smit-Mcphee, are all excellent in their roles as well. 

  • Perfectly captures the grit, emptiness, beauty and wonder of the West. 

  • Moments, small scenes and interactions that greatly represent the themes of the movie that are absolutely worth exploring, and gives valid reasons to watch this slow burn of a story. Paper flowers on a table, the dinner party, "a barking dog," wood poles plus a bunny, and hides. 

NEGATIVES

  • People expecting a traditional Western will be very disappointed. 

  • I can hear the complaints. Slow moving and boring! 

  • Bad decisions because of naivety or just plot conveniences? 

  • Hope you don't mind male nudity. 

  • Depiction of animal abuse. ugh 

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The Power of the Dog - watched it on NETFLIX