Speak No Evil (2022)
Speak No Evil (2022) is a slow‑burn psychological horror-thriller that begins like a deceptively ordinary drama: a Danish family accepts an invitation from a Dutch couple they befriended on holiday, and what’s meant to be an idyllic weekend getaway gradually curdles into something chilling. The film mines social manners and the pressure to be polite for mounting unease, as tiny awkward moments and grudges escalate into manipulative cruelty. Viewers will experience a creeping sense of dread rather than jump-scare shocks — tense silences, uncomfortable small talk, and the anxiety of watching good intentions collide with bad behavior. The movie leans on atmosphere and moral disintegration: you’ll feel claustrophobic in conversations, unnerved by the characters’ smiles that hide meaner impulses, and unsettled by how far embarrassment and obligation can push a family. Expect a blend of social satire, emotional drama, and escalating horror that lingers long after the credits roll.
Actors: Morten Burian, Sidsel Siem Koch, Fedja van Huêt
Director: Christian Tafdrup
Runtime: 97 min
Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller
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