VICIOUS

Cinemavixion Review

Dennis Bots' 2019 Dutch thriller, "Vicious," plunges viewers into a tense girls' weekend set against the stark backdrop of the Ardennes. The film masterfully explores the fracturing dynamics within a close-knit group of friends as secrets and unspoken resentments surface. Based on the acclaimed youth novel by Mel Wallis de Vries, "Vicious" probes the unsettling question of how well we truly know those we hold dear, especially when isolated and under pressure. While the premise promises a chilling descent into interpersonal conflict, the execution leans into psychological unease, making for a compelling, if at times claustrophobic, viewing experience that questions the foundations of trust and loyalty.