Straw Dogs (1971)
In the Face of Every Coward Burns a Straw Dog.
Storyline
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.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Straw Dogs |
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| Release date | Dec 29, 1971 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, revenge, shocking, rape, england, countryside, cornwall, england, primal fear, rural area, country life, person snapping |
FAQ
What is Straw Dogs about?
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.
When was Straw Dogs released?
Straw Dogs was released on Dec 29, 1971 (status: Released).
Who directed Straw Dogs?
Sam Peckinpah directed Straw Dogs.
What is the TMDB rating of Straw Dogs?
Straw Dogs has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 from 1,120 votes.