The Power of the Dog (2021)
“The Power of the Dog” (2021), directed by Jane Campion, is a gripping psychological drama set in 1920s Montana. The film follows the complex relationship between two brothers, Phil and George Burbank, played by Benedict Cumberbatch and Jesse Plemons. When George marries a widow, Rose (Kirsten Dunst), Phil’s resentment grows, and he becomes increasingly cruel to her and her son, Peter (Kodi Smit-McPhee). As tension builds, Peter reveals a surprising strength, leading to an unexpected confrontation. The film explores themes of power, repression, and the fragility of masculinity in a stunning and thought-provoking narrative.
