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Straw Dogs (1971)

"In the Face of Every Coward Burns a Straw Dog."

7.219711h 56mEN
ThrillerDramaCrime

Directed by Sam Peckinpah

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 56m

Language

EN

Release

November 25, 1971

Director

Sam Peckinpah

Official Trailer

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Official Trailer

Overview

David Sumner, a mild-mannered academic from the United States, marries Amy, an Englishwoman. In order to escape a hectic stateside lifestyle, David and his wife relocate to the small town in rural Cornwall where Amy was raised. There, David is ostracized by the brutish men of the village, including ...

Top Cast

Dustin HoffmanSusan GeorgePeter VaughanT. P. McKennaDel HenneyJim Norton

Cast

Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman

David Sumner

Susan George

Susan George

Amy

Peter Vaughan

Peter Vaughan

Tom Hedden

T. P. McKenna

T. P. McKenna

Maj. John Scott

Del Henney

Del Henney

Charlie Venner

Jim Norton

Jim Norton

Chris Cawsey

Donald Webster

Donald Webster

Riddaway

Ken Hutchison

Ken Hutchison

Norman Scutt

Len Jones

Len Jones

Bobby Hedden

Sally Thomsett

Sally Thomsett

Janice Hedden

Robert Keegan

Robert Keegan

Harry Ware

Peter Arne

Peter Arne

John Niles

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Straw Dogs (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

David Sumner, a mild-mannered academic from the United States, marries Amy, an Englishwoman. In order to escape a hectic stateside lifestyle, David and his wife relocate to the small town in rural Cornwall where Amy was raised. There, David is ostracized by the brutish men of the village, including Amy's old flame, Charlie. Eventually the taunts escalate.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Straw Dogs. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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