The Origin of Evil
2022
Thriller / Drama
2h03
Rémi Armdn rated ★ 9/10
On y découvre un thriller psychologique intense qui explore les profondeurs de la violence et du mal. Ce film suit la quête de Claude, un homme qui se rend dans un château pour retrouver sa sœur disparue. Là, il se confronte à une famille aristocratique marquée par des secrets sombres et une histoire tragique. Combien de vérités cachées sous des apparences respectables continuent de bouleverser des vies, et combien resteront encore dissimulées ?
Synopsis
In a luxurious seaside villa, a modest young woman finds herself in the company of a strange family : an unknown and wealthy father, his extravagant wife, his daughter, an ambitious woman, a rebellious teenager, and their creepy maid.
Community Reviews
L'Origine du mal has garnered mixed reactions, with many praising its intense psychological thriller elements, intriguing plot twists, and strong performances, particularly by Laure Calamy. The film's atmosphere is noted for its venomous and suspenseful nature, drawing comparisons to Chabrol's style. However, some viewers found the pacing slow and the storyline somewhat convoluted, with a few expressing disappointment in the ending.
👍 Strong performances and suspenseful atmosphere.
👎 Slow pacing and convoluted storyline may disappoint.
