Dances with Wolves vs The Power of the Dog
Dances with Wolves has the higher audience score (7.8/10 against 6.8/10 for The Power of the Dog). The Power of the Dog is the shorter watch at 2h 7m compared with 3h 1m. Dances with Wolves is the older of the two (1990 against 2021). Both are drama, western movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Dances with Wolves
The Power of the Dog| Dances with Wolves | The Power of the Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.8/10 | ★ 6.8/10 |
| Year | 1990 | 2021 |
| Length | 3h 1m | 2h 7m |
| Genres | Adventure, Drama, Western | Drama, Western |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Kevin Costner | Jane Campion |
| Main cast | Mary McDonnell, Kevin Costner, Robert Pastorelli, Maury Chaykin, Tantoo Cardinal | Benedict Cumberbatch, Frances Conroy, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Jesse Plemons, Kirsten Dunst |
Synopsis
Dances with Wolves
Wounded Civil War soldier John Dunbar tries to commit suicide—and becomes a hero instead. As a reward, he's assigned to his dream post, a remote junction on the Western frontier, and soon makes unlikely friends with the local Sioux tribe.
The Power of the Dog
A domineering but charismatic rancher wages a war of intimidation on his brother's new wife and her teen son, until long-hidden secrets come to light.
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