Masterpiece western film on Netflix – 94% on Rotten Tomatoes | Films | Entertainment | EUROtoday

Over the years, Westerns have confirmed to be an extremely standard style, with many of those flicks gaining a cult following. One of the higher Western movies of the previous few years is offered to stream on Netflix, however many individuals nonetheless have not seen it, regardless of it getting unbelievable evaluations from each critics and audiences alike. Released again in 2021, the movie was missed by many, however some followers have urged others to look at it.

With an unbelievable 94% rating on the evaluation web site Rotten Tomatoes, The Power of the Dog is among the finest westerns of the 2020s up to now. The flick, which was launched again in 2021, is a Netflix authentic that stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Jesse Plemons, Kirsten Dunst and different acquainted faces. The movie is predicated on Thomas Savage’s 1967 novel, which is a celebrated traditional novel set in Twenties Montana. Like the guide, the 2021 adaptation tells the story of the charismatic rancher Phil Burbank, who instils amazement and worry in these round him.

When his brother brings dwelling a brand new spouse and her son, he teases and torments them till he opens himself as much as the potential of love in his life. Dramatic occasions observe, and there are numerous twists that take viewers without warning.

The movie has been extremely praised and even obtained 12 Oscar nominations. The evaluations for this movie are overwhelmingly constructive, with some calling it a “masterpiece”.

One Rotten Tomatoes evaluation reads: “Much has already been said about Jane Campion’s western masterpiece, and for good reason. It is indeed truly great. Benedict Cumberbatch gives a career-best performance.”

Another mentioned: “Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog is a masterfully crafted, somber family drama. At its heart are amazing performances, particularly from Benedict Cumberbatch, whose portrayal of the abrasive Phil Burbank is both terrifying and deeply tragic.”

A 3rd shared: “Slow burn, but still manages to keep your attention. Great acting (can’t go wrong with Benedict Cumberbatch) from all, especially Kodi Smit-McPhee. You think you know what everyone is thinking, but the twist actually surprised me. It’s hard to surprise me these days, and I actually laughed when I realised.”

“Seen this movie a few times now and yes it’s a slow build, but it left me curious and wanting to know more throughout the whole movie. Everything comes together in the second half and it’s incredibly surprising and satisfying. Cumberbatch is 10/10. Cinematography is gorgeous. This movie felt more like a mystery/drama than a classic Western.”

The Power of the Dog is ranked by Rotten Tomatoes as one of the best Western on Netflix. It is adopted on the checklist by Broke (2025) and The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018).