The Power of the Dog

"Benedict Cumberbatch is wonderful here. "

"BC’s performance was 👍🏽 but his character in this film is NEITHER endearing nor loveably quirky. I’m rating it 6/10, as it unfolds V-E-R-Y slowly, & there’s a lot of tension, but the personal dynamics are interesting & the ending definitely has a twist you didn’t see coming. This film is more of a character study of the main character’s personality; it’s NOT a 🍿 “popcorn burner” where plot drives the film, along w/ dramatic, comedic, or touching moments, or high action & endearing characters."

"This movie is such a slow-moving, slow burn that I watched it over a couple of evenings. It's not something that immediately demands your attention and ends as quietly as it begins. When it ended, I wasn't sure I liked it, but even a few days later, the story has stayed deeply anchored."

"What a strange western. Exploration of masculinity in a warped perspective. Love the undercut to the expectation of a western and realization of something superficially familar but very different."

"This is one of the most subtle films I’ve seen in a long while. It’s definitely a methodical slow burn. Every little chapter added more layers to what you were watching. And it’s all adding up for a payout that’s definitely worth waiting for."

"Really great film! Highly recommend."

"It unfolded slowly, but the personal dynamics of the characters were good. I wished they would have mentioned more of Peter’s role in the death of his father. Which I had figured out that he did play a role in his father’s death. "

"8/10 This is a technical marvel and it will not be for everyone. The tension and the symbolism are everything. I could and probably will do a deep dive of this movie. Call Me By Your Name meets angry, angry cowboy."

"⭐️⭐️⭐️and a half "

"Hard story. So well done 👍"