The Power of the Dog

mco shared a tip "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."

MarlinBrando shared a tip "Has anyone else seen the teaser for this #western? To my knowledge, Brandywine Cummerbund has never played a #thriller villain, but it looks like it's happening, and it's long overdue."

RicoLoveDinero shared a tip "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."

sandy_lopez shared a tip "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."

BigMovieBuff shared a tip "A film that truly masters the art of tension and subtlety. A slow-burn modern western with themes of toxic masculinity, grief and sexuality. I was blown away by Benedict Cumberbatch’s performance - never before has there been such a vile and more deeply repressed character on screen. Highly recommend!"

elizabeth_stewart shared a tip "This gem from Jane Campion has an unexpected ending and powerful performances. You must *watch*, however, and you will want to—it’s not a multi-tasking movie—because without the evidence of your eyes, nothing makes sense."

miaparker shared a tip "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."

james_dunphy shared a tip "It was alright. I enjoy long, slow burn movies. This was that. I didn't quite get the ending at first, so rewatched the last 5 minutes. For me, I didn't love this, and wouldn't rewatch, but won't place it in the worst movie I've watched category either."

kasey_navarro shared a tip "I wish there was a “meh” button. Not liked but not hated. It moved really slow, this could have been a short. Didn’t need to be so long to get us where we went. I guessed what was going on about halfway through. I love Cumbersome, but this was just… meh for me."

krc_entertainment shared a tip "It is very well made, the acting is amazing and how it was filmed is beautiful but there's one not so small problem with it, the story sucks, it feels like you just walked in on someone's life which would be fine if wasn't for the fact they don't give you any back story or Reimer reason for why we should continue watching but if you do finish it your left feeling bored and confused on how it ever made it to production with little to no plot what so ever"

mark_copley_4054 shared a tip "Beautiful scenery and tense family relationships carry this drama to its surprising end. Splendid acting by the cast as well. Not much action except for the grinding gears inside the guts and minds of the main cast."

notar shared a tip "Very slow movie (AKA: “slow-burn”), but the ending was unexpected. A little disappointed with how little actual story was covered in the film."

joyce_roberts shared a tip "I recommend reading the book before you watch the movie. Evil is portrayed well on screen but utter loathing comes from reading the words on the page."