What is the point of The Power of the Dog?

What is the point of The Power of the Dog?

The Power of the Dog is the tragic story of a character deluded into perpetuating the very toxic environment which would have persecuted him for his desires. It’s also an alpha dog story, with Peter slowly proving his dominance over Phil despite being viewed as inadequately masculine.

Is Power of the Dog true story?

Netflix’s The Power of the Dog, which won Best Director at the 2022 Oscars, tells a complex and gritty adaptation of a novel that itself is partly based on a true story and inspired by the real-life experiences of its author, Thomas Savage.

Is The Power of the Dog LGBT?

Benedict Cumberbatch in ‘The Power of the Dog’ teaser trailer. Early reactions to the film included discussion on the character’s sexuality, as the book the film is based on — Thomas Savage’s 1967 novel of the same name — implies that he’s gay, though never explicitly confirms it.