The Beasts (as Bestas), Rodrigo Sorogoyen, Denis Ménochet, 2022
"As Bestas" tells the story of a group of friends who embark on a hunting trip in the Spanish countryside. The excursion, meant to be a bonding experience and a chance to disconnect from the stresses of urban life, gradually descends into chaos as the group's dynamics unravel and their primal instincts take over. What begins as a tranquil retreat into nature soon becomes a descent into the darkest recesses of human psychology. as bestas rodrigo sorogoyen
Sorogoyen, who previously directed the thriller The Candidate ( El Reino ), proves here that he is a master of pacing. The Beasts (as Bestas), Rodrigo Sorogoyen, Denis Ménochet,
: Luis Zahera’s performance as the menacing Xan has been described as "possessed," while Ménochet and Foïs are praised for their portrayal of grounded, stubborn resilience. It forces the audience to reckon with the
This shift is risky, but it pays off. It forces the audience to reckon with the consequences of the toxic masculinity displayed in the first half. It grounds the film in reality, showing that while men play their power games, women are often left to pick up the pieces and do the actual work of living.
His chilling performance as the primary antagonist earned him widespread acclaim and a Goya Award for Best Supporting Actor. 5. Critical Reception