One of the most harrowing dramas in cinema. We Need to Talk About Kevin follows a mother grappling with guilt and horror after a crime committed by her son. Eva (Tilda Swinton) has always struggled to connect with her son Kevin (Ezra Miller). But as he grows, disturbing signs begin to emerge, leading to a tragic event. Directed by Lynne Ramsay, the film explores motherhood, guilt, and the question of innate evil. With flawless performances, it’s an unsettling and deeply distressing experience.
Before reaching Hollywood and delivering more “pop” films like Poor Things and The Favourite, Yorgos Lanthimos was one of the pioneers of the Greek Weird Wave movement, where films boldly exposed moral issues. The controversial Dogtooth portrays parents who isolate their children from the outside world, creating a disturbing alternate reality. Raised in complete seclusion, three siblings live under strict rules imposed by their parents, with no contact beyond their home. Dogtooth is a shocking study of control and manipulation, with moments that shift between the bizarre and the tragic. Winner of the Un Certain Regard award at the Cannes Film Festival, it’s a film that disturbs and fascinates in equal measure.
Two couples try to peacefully resolve a fight between their sons, but soon let their own masks fall. What begins as a civilized conversation quickly turns into a battle of egos, resentments, and uncomfortable truths. Featuring a sharp cast including Jodie Foster and Christoph Waltz, Carnage exposes how appearances can crumble in a matter of minutes. A biting film filled with brilliant dialogue, it becomes a verbal duel in a standout dark comedy drama.
Miss Violence opens with a shocking moment: an 11-year-old girl takes her own life on her birthday. What lies behind this family is even darker. As the reasons behind the act unfold, we discover a household ruled by an oppressive patriarch. This Greek film is disturbing in its portrayal of hidden toxicity within the home and layers of abuse masked as normality. Cruel and deeply impactful, Miss Violence is a brutal portrait of domestic violence. A hard film to digest—watch it with caution, as it contains heavy triggers.
Nominated for Best International Feature at the Oscars, The Seed of the Sacred Fig is a psychological drama that delves into the complex dynamics of a family shaped by strict religious and political beliefs. What begins as a powerful domestic drama slowly unravels into a tense and desperate thriller. Exploring faith, tradition, and buried secrets, the film portrays a family living under a rigid set of convictions. When an unexpected event shakes their foundation, their relationships grow increasingly unstable, exposing a chilling psychological game. An intense and deeply symbolic film.