The Dog Stars Fails to Soar | Denver News

Ridley Scott’s new post-apocalyptic thriller “The Dog Stars” drops with all the visual flair of a European epic—but it’s set in Colorado, and it feels like it’s trying too hard to be something it’s not. Jacob Elordi stars as Hig, a lone pilot surviving with his dog Jasper after a virus wipes out civilization, but the film leans into moody flashbacks and generic action rather than deep character exploration. When Jasper dies, Hig sets off on a journey that leads him to Guy Pearce and Margaret Qualley’s emotionally resonant father-daughter duo, adding much-needed heart. Yet the Italian Alps backdrop, underused supporting actors, and a jarring tonal shift at the end leave you wondering where the soul went. Talented cast, stunning visuals, but ultimately hollow—what could’ve been a gripping survival tale falls flat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e8e3b9d039e12785