THE BEASTS | Official UK trailer [HD]

The Beasts (2022), directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen, is a Spanish psychological thriller that explores themes of survival, greed, and the dark side of human nature. Set in the rural mountains of Galicia, the film delves into the complex relationships between its characters, the land they inhabit, and the dangerous forces that emerge when tensions reach a boiling point.

The plot centers around a French couple, Antoine (Denis Ménochet) and Olga (Marina Foïs), who have moved to a remote area in Spain to live a quiet life, hoping to escape their past. They are attempting to establish a farm and integrate into the local community, which is deeply rooted in traditional ways of life. However, their presence stirs up resentment and animosity among the locals, particularly when they become involved in a land dispute with a group of local farmers who are determined to prevent them from expanding their operation.

The tension between the couple and the locals slowly builds as the film explores themes of isolation, xenophobia, and the difficulty of adjusting to a foreign culture. Antoine and Olga, who were initially hopeful about their new life, begin to realize the depths of the hostility they face from the people around them. As the pressure mounts, the couple finds themselves trapped in a volatile situation, where survival becomes a daily struggle, and the stakes escalate rapidly.

What sets The Beasts apart is its sharp focus on psychological tension and the slow-burn unraveling of the couple’s situation. Sorogoyen masterfully builds suspense, with each encounter between the couple and the locals adding layers of unease and distrust. The film’s pacing is deliberate, allowing the viewer to fully experience the growing anxiety that Antoine and Olga feel as they realize that their peaceful life may be slipping away from them.