Thanet Screens Heart of the Beast
A gripping survival thriller starring Brad Pitt comes to Vue Cinema Thanet, exploring the unbreakable bond between a man and his dog in the Alaskan wilderness. With stunning cinematography and outstanding performances, this film is set to captivate audiences.
Dir: David Ayer
Cast: Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, Anna Lambe, Justin Melnick, Shaun DeZern
101 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 12A · English
IMDb 7.5/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 85% · TMDB 7.3/10 · Trakt 79%
In the depths of the Alaskan wilderness, a harrowing plane crash sets off a desperate fight for survival, as Special Forces officer James Belmont and his loyal combat dog, Odin, must navigate the treacherous terrain to stay alive. Directed by David Ayer and written by Cameron Alexander, Heart of the Beast is a 2026 American survival thriller film that stars Brad Pitt as the retired Special Forces veteran, alongside his canine co-star.
The film boasts an impressive cast, including J.K. Simmons, Anna Lambe, Justin Melnick, and Shaun DeZern, and is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of its director and writers. With a runtime of 101 minutes, Heart of the Beast is a tightly wound adventure that combines elements of thriller and adventure genres, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Alaskan wilderness. The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with scores of 7.5/10 on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 7.3/10 on TMDB, and 79% on Trakt.
Critics have praised the film's rigorously entertaining adventure story, memorable set pieces, and the outstanding performance of Brad Pitt. The film's cinematography, handled by Mauro Fiore, has also been widely praised for its stunning portrayal of the New Zealand landscapes, which double as the Alaskan wilderness. Viewers have also responded positively to the film, with many praising the emotional depth of the story, the beautiful scenery, and the strong bond between the protagonist and his dog.
On Monday, 2 November 2026, Vue Cinema Thanet - Westwood Cross, Cross, will be screening Heart of the Beast, giving audiences the chance to experience this gripping survival thriller on the big screen. Tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
adampurvis · 4/10
Walked out after 30min. Clunky dialogue. Dog and Brad Pitt surviving the crash was stupid so I left. Half the intro was B roll of flying around in a Cessna. Boring! Cringe and obvious foreshadowing to have him reading The Road some people probably think this is smart but its really not it's so lazy Insane this has 90% on rotten tomatoes ppl just love Brad Pitt I guess even if he has wooden dialogue
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GoPrayer · 8/10
This film brought me complete peace through its simplicity. No busy storylines or many characters to follow, just the deep bond of friendship between James and his dog, combined with beautiful atmospheric shots. Of course, there were also the necessary moments of suspense, but the power of pure focus and simplicity truly stood out here."
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kelvin_pablo_4f8889 · 8/10
Lindo filme, traz uma bela mensagem sobre os nossos braços companheiros 🤍🐶
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jarvis-17023743 · 6/10
Et dire que mon chien ne répond même pas quand je l'appelle. On est pas prêt de survivre lui et moi dans la forêt.
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CalmovieMunn · 8/10
Saw the dog on screen, swallowed hard, and knew I was in for it. The last 20 minutes? A little continuous weeping under my cap, but I felt relieved when I heard people sniffling and saw tears shining on their faces. Genuinely, the dog's performance is mind-bogglingly good, and Brad Pitt is good too. Did the fighting of different levels of CGI animals, the sheer volume of aspirin taken and the invincibility of the main character draw me out of…
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jarvis-16041236 · 9/10
Película que no se puede criticar objetivamente sino subjetivamente, que si has tenido alguna vez una mascota que hayas conectado y sentido algo vas a empatizar demasiado, y se te escapará alguna lagrimilla que otra.
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ambrudenell1 · 7/10
Stripped back survival tale with a gut punch ending. Ayer's lean survival thriller first shines through Mauro Fiore's stunning cinematography, with the sweeping New Zealand landscapes feeling both majestic and merciless. The film looks spectacular even if some other elements are a little more rote. The stripped-back style and somewhat minimalist dialogue keeps the focus tight but also leads to uneven pacing, with stretches of hiking that can…
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angelo_calo__1b2302 · 8/10
Un film per chi ama i ns amici a quattro zampe, che fa riflettere su quanto si possa amare un cane e su quanto un cane possa amare il suo padrone
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