Beast
Beast

Movie spotlight

Beast

2015
Movie
94 min
English

Deep in the slums of Manila, a young boxer's life is changed forever when his father pressures him to cheat in a fight.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Philipp J. EttingerGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man with a troubled past struggles to find his place in the world, caught between his desires for a normal life and the dark forces that continue to pull him back into a criminal underworld. He grapples with personal demons while navigating complex relationships and dangerous situations.

Critical Reception

Beast received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and lead performance, but criticism for its predictable plot elements and underdeveloped supporting characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating its gritty realism while some found it too slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and strong central performance.

  • Some found the narrative to be somewhat derivative of other crime thrillers.

  • Noted for its attempts at psychological depth, though not always successfully realized.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Germany and aimed to capture a bleak, urban aesthetic to mirror the protagonist's internal struggles.

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