Vermin

A young woman trapped in her apartment with her younger sister after a venomous spider escapes its enclosure. As the spider population rapidly multiplies, a terrifying swarm descends, forcing them into a desperate fight for survival against the growing horde of arachnids. The situation escalates into a nightmarish siege as the building becomes a death trap.

Vermin received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its intense atmosphere, effective scares, and strong performances, particularly from the lead actresses. While some found the plot predictable, the film was widely regarded as a solid entry in the creature feature and survival horror genres.

• Praised for its claustrophobic tension and relentless pacing.
• Applauded for its practical effects and visceral horror.
• Noted for strong performances, especially the chemistry between the lead sisters.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's effectiveness in delivering genuine scares and a tense, survival-driven narrative. Many appreciated the intense build-up and the horrifying visual of the spider infestation, though some found the ending to be somewhat abrupt.

Director Sébastien Vaniček was inspired to make the film after a personal encounter with a spider infestation in his own apartment building.