Hello, Hive moviegoers! Today, I bring you the review of one of the most disturbing and uncomfortable films I have seen to date. Categorized as a dramatic thriller, "Miss Violence" is a Greek film, directed by Alexandros Avranas that tells us about the life of the peculiar Drakos family and all the secrets that surround them. I hope you like the review, I leave you with it:
Trama // Plot
The film starts off strong, as the first thing we are shown is the suicide of an 11-year-old girl on her birthday. As the story progresses, dark secrets are revealed and we realize what kind of relationship the family has. As I said at the beginning, the film deals with very delicate and disturbing issues where family dynamics, oppression and abuse of all kinds are explored.
Estilo Visual // Visual Style
The film uses a somber visual style to make us understand that the whole context is surrounded by an oppressive atmosphere and the director takes care to put us in the role as he focuses mostly on close-ups, creating a sense of claustrophobia and tension.
Narrativa // Narrative
Through a minimalist narrative and symbolism, the film reveals the dark secrets that have been latent in the family; secrets that we later learn led the 11-year-old girl to end her life. The story can surprise us at times, because even though we know that something is wrong with the family, there are scenes that we don't really expect to see.
Actuaciones // Performances
With respect to the performances, all the characters convey a sense of discomfort, as they manage to convey how bad they are having a hard time. With this film I came to feel disgust and hatred with many characters, as well as I could empathize and even feel impatient with the attitude of several of them.
The performance of Themis Panou, who plays the patriarch of the family, really convinced me with his coldness and lack of emotional expression that he deserved the worst.
Final ambiguo // Ambiguous ending
The end of the film is left open, as it is implied that due to the final event, everything may be fine for everyone, but it also makes us wonder about the fate of all. I haven't said it because I don't want to make spoilers, but this family was surrounded by many dark things, which makes us the viewers wonder what could happen next; will they continue with the same pattern of behavior or will they break that endless sickening cycle?
In short, "Miss Violence" is an all-encompassing film about domestic abuse, oppression and the prohibition of free speech. Its carefully constructed narrative makes for an intense and thought-provoking experience. However, due to the strong themes that are touched upon, it is advisable to watch it with caution because I do not consider it suitable for sensitive people.