If you’re looking for something unsettling and, as Jessica Kiang put it, “absolutely fucking brilliant,” look no further than “The Killing Of A Sacred Deer.” The latest from director Yorgos Lanthimos — the filmmaker behind “Dogtooth” and “The Lobster” — is one of the most unforgettable cinematic experiences of the year, and he has his cast including Colin Farrell, Nicole Kidman, and Barry Keoghan to thank.
The existential thriller follows Dr. Steven Murphy (Farrell), a renowned cardiovascular surgeon presiding over a spotless household with his ophthalmologist wife Anna (Kidman) and their two exemplary children, 12-year-old Bob (Sunny Suljic) and 14-year-old Kim (Raffey Cassidy). Lurking at the margins of his idyllic suburban existence is Martin (Keoghan), a fatherless teen who Steven has covertly taken under his wing. As Martin begins insinuating himself into the family’s life in ever-more unsettling displays, the full scope of his intent becomes menacingly clear when he confronts Steven with a long-forgotten transgression that will shatter the Murphy family’s domestic bliss.
This exclusive featurette celebrates the work of the leading trio, who come together who help weave this spellbinding tale. It’s hard to imagine the film with anybody else.
“The Killing Of A Sacred Deer” is now playing in limited release.