BARBARIAN ★★★★.5

"Barbarian" is a horror film written and directed by Zach Cregger in his solo directorial debut. It is produced by Arnon Milchan, Roy Lee, Raphael Margules, and J. D. Lifshitz. The film stars Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long.

The movie follows Tess (Campbell), a young woman who travels to Detroit for a job interview. Unable to find a hotel room, she books a house rental through an online platform. However, upon arriving at the house, she discovers that it is already occupied by Keith (Skarsgård), a strange man with whom she is forced to share the night.

As the film progresses, the tension mounts and the secrets of the house begin to unravel. Tess and Keith find themselves caught in a terrifying nightmare, where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner.

In conclusion, "Barbarian" has been praised for its originality, its claustrophobic atmosphere, and its performances, especially Campbell's. The film has also been applauded for its way of addressing themes such as the fear of the unknown, the vulnerability of women, and the traumas of the past.