Film
The Beast (15)
Dir. Bertrand Bonello, France, 2023, 147 mins. In French with English subtitles. Cast. Léa Seydoux, George MacKay, Guslagie Malanda.
Bertrand Bonello's provocative and visionary sci-fi film stars BAFTA-nominated actors Léa Seydoux and George MacKay. In a near-future world dominated by artificial intelligence, where human emotions are perceived as a threat, Gabrielle (Lea Seydoux) embarks on a journey to purify her DNA by revisiting her past lives. During this process, she reconnects with Louis (George MacKay), her great love. However, a sense of foreboding and fear grips her as she anticipates an impending catastrophe.
Exploring the pressing issues of artificial intelligence and the persistent phenomenon of incel culture, The Beast raises essential questions about fate, self-discovery, and the continuously evolving essence of human existence.
"A luxurious cinematic experience’." ★★★★★ Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
For detailed information about the film's age rating and content notices, you can visit the BBFC website and search the film title, then scroll down to the “Content Advice” section: www.bbfc.co.uk
Bertrand Bonello's provocative and visionary sci-fi film stars BAFTA-nominated actors Léa Seydoux and George MacKay. In a near-future world dominated by artificial intelligence, where human emotions are perceived as a threat, Gabrielle (Lea Seydoux) embarks on a journey to purify her DNA by revisiting her past lives. During this process, she reconnects with Louis (George MacKay), her great love. However, a sense of foreboding and fear grips her as she anticipates an impending catastrophe.
Exploring the pressing issues of artificial intelligence and the persistent phenomenon of incel culture, The Beast raises essential questions about fate, self-discovery, and the continuously evolving essence of human existence.
"A luxurious cinematic experience’." ★★★★★ Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
For detailed information about the film's age rating and content notices, you can visit the BBFC website and search the film title, then scroll down to the “Content Advice” section: www.bbfc.co.uk
