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The Power of the Dog (12A) (AD)

Part of Oscar Week 2022

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Kirsten Dunst in The Power of the Dog

Benedict Cumberbatch and Kirsten Dunst conquer the Western in Jane Campion's brooding drama. Leading the charge this Oscar season with a eleven nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director

After a 12 year break from the big screen, Jane Campion is back with her adaptation of Thomas Savage's 1967 novel The Power of the dog, featuring a powerhouse cast.

Charismatic rancher Phil Burbank (Benedict Cumberbatch) inspires fear and awe in those around him. When his brother brings home a new wife (Kirsten Dunst) and her son (Kodi Smit-McPhee), Phil torments them until he finds himself exposed to the possibility of love.

Tagged with: Cinema Oscar Week 2022

New Zealand/Australia 2021 Dir Jane Campion 126 min

In partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

There is audio description available for this title. We provide audio description using the Dolby Screentalk system. The film soundtrack comes through the speakers in the usual way and a recorded narrator explains what is happening on screen through personal headphones. Please ask a member of staff for a set of headphones.

Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
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