The Beasts is a thriller film starring Denis Menochet as Antonie in the lead role. It is loosely based on the real events of a Dutch couple in Santoalla. The film had its world premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival on May 26, 2022. Later, it was released in theatres on July 20, 2022, in France, and in Spain on November 11, 2022. The Beasts received positive responses from audiences and critics. The film is streaming on OTT.

Where to watch The Beasts?

The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Spanish, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. It delves into themes of xenophobia, rural hostility, and the complexities of human nature.

Plot

The story revolves around Antoine and Olga Denis, a French pair who move to a rural village in Galicia, Spain, in pursuit of a peaceful existence intertwined with nature. They practice sustainable agriculture and strive to restore neglected properties. Their tranquil life is disturbed by increasing conflicts with local siblings Xan and Lorenzo, who feel bitterness towards the newcomers.

The disagreement escalates due to opposing opinions on a suggested wind farm initiative, resulting in multiple confrontations that reveal profound resentments and cultural conflicts.

Cast and production of The Beasts

The cast of the movie includes Denis Menochet as Antoine, Luis Zahera as Xan, Marina Fois as Olga, Marie Colomb as Marie, Luisa Merelas, and Machi Salgado, among others. The film is directed and written by Rodrigo Sorogoyen and Isabel Pena.

It is produced by Thomas Pibarot, Anne-Laure Labadie, Jean Labadie, Nacho Lavilla, Rodrigo Sorogoyen, Eduardo Villanueva, Sandra Tapia Diaz, Ibon Cormenzana, and Ignasi Estape under Arcadia Motion Pictures, Le Pacte, Cronos Entertainment, and Caballo Films.