As Bestas is a realistic feeling and intense rural drama set in the northwest of Spain. It is very well handled and subtle, even though the atmosphere throughout is quite grim and dark. It is also quite believable. Two Spanish locals do not take Kindly to a new French couple in the area, and their constant baiting soon turns dangerous for the French farmer, as confrontations soon spiral out of control.
The settings are beautiful. But the film's harrowing aspect, especially because of the realism, makes for an uncomfortable watch. Great acting all round and As Bestas never falls into any obvious tropes.
Very effective and intelligent story telling.
The settings are beautiful. But the film's harrowing aspect, especially because of the realism, makes for an uncomfortable watch. Great acting all round and As Bestas never falls into any obvious tropes.
Very effective and intelligent story telling.