Domineering but charismatic rancher Phil Burbank (Benedict Cumberbatch) inspires fear and awe in those around him.
When his brother brings home his new wife and her son, Phil torments them until he finds himself exposed to the possibility of love as long-hidden secrets come to light.
Director Jane Campion (The Piano) delivers an incredibly textured wild west based on Thomas Savage's novel of the same name, in a harsh but beautiful frontier with a character energy all its own.
The Power of the Dog returns to the Showroom this March, to mark its best picture win at the British Academy Film Awards and its many Oscar nominations.
Read a feature review from this year's BFI Film Festival by Reel Steel.
- Words by
- Joe Harris