Dog Brain

In an isolated compound, a husband and wife have created a strange and sheltered world for their three adult children. They are taught that the outside world is dangerous and must never be left. The father controls every aspect of their lives, including their language and their relationships, leading to increasingly bizarre and unsettling behaviors as the children grapple with their reality.

Dogtooth was met with widespread critical acclaim, earning particular praise for its originality, unsettling atmosphere, and Lanthimos's distinctive directorial style. It became a significant film in the Greek New Wave movement.

• A uniquely disturbing and darkly humorous exploration of familial control and societal alienation.

• Praised for its daring and unforgettable cinematic vision, though its provocative nature may alienate some viewers.

• Lauded for its audacious premise and masterful execution of a surreal and unsettling narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's originality and thought-provoking, albeit disturbing, themes. Many found it to be a compelling and unique cinematic experience, though some noted its challenging and unsettling content.

Un Certain Regard Prize at the Cannes Film Festival, Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards.

The isolated house used for filming was actually the director's childhood home.