In the Face of Every Coward Burns a Straw Dog.
为了静下心来研究学问，老实木讷的数学家大卫•萨莫（Dustin Hoffman 达斯汀•霍夫曼 饰）协同妻子艾米（Susan George 苏珊•乔治 饰）回到位于英国乡村的老房子。艾米性感大胆的穿着引来村中男人们粗鄙的目光，而大卫看似懦弱的外表更让他们有恃无恐。某日，他们借打猎之名将大卫引出家门，随后对艾米进行轮奸，面对这种种羞辱，大卫只能强颜欢笑。 某晚，低能儿尼尔斯误杀心仪的女孩，仓皇中他逃入大卫的房子。愤怒的村民要求大卫交出尼尔斯，在被拒绝之后，他们试图强行进入。愤怒的大卫忍无可忍，大开杀戒…… ©豆瓣
"Straw Dogs" (1971), a gripping psychological thriller produced by ABC Pictures and Talent Associates, is a film that delves deep into the themes of masculinity, violence, and territoriality. Directed by Sam Peckinpah and set in rural Cornwall, the movie follows American mathematician David Sumner (Dustin Hoffman) and his English wife Amy (Susan George) as they confront the escalating tensions with the local villagers. The film's title, derived from a Chinese proverb about provoking a seemingly harmless creature, aptly foreshadows the explosive climax that ensues when David is pushed to his breaking point. The narrative of "Straw Dogs" is a masterclass in building suspense and exploring the darker facets of human nature. As David and Amy's isolation in the countryside becomes increasingly fraught with danger, the film meticulously unravels the psychological dynamics between the couple and the menacing locals. The villagers, led by the brutish Charlie Venner (Del Henney), embody a raw, primal aggression that challenges David's intellectual pacifism. This clash of ideologies and the ensuing power struggle form the crux of the film's intense drama. One of the most controversial aspects of "Straw Dogs" is its depiction of violence, particularly the infamous rape scene, which has sparked debates about the film's moral stance and portrayal of gender dynamics. While some critics argue that the film glorifies violence, others see it as a critique of toxic masculinity and the societal pressures that drive men to extreme acts. Peckinpah's unflinching approach to these themes forces viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about human behavior and the thin veneer of civilization that masks our primal instincts. Despite the controversy, "Straw Dogs" remains a seminal work in the thriller genre, lauded for its bold storytelling and powerful performances. Dustin Hoffman's portrayal of David Sumner, a man forced to confront his own capacity for violence, is both nuanced and compelling. The film's haunting atmosphere, coupled with its provocative exploration of human nature, ensures that "Straw Dogs" continues to captivate and challenge audiences decades after its release.
年份1971
预算2200000$
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类型剧情惊悚
制作国家United States of AmericaUnited Kingdom
