Bullhead is a Belgian crime drama film released in 2011, directed by Michael R. Roskam and starring Matthias Schoenaerts. The movie revolves around the story of Jacky, a Limburg farmer who breeds and fattens cows. He is approached by a veterinarian to participate in an illegal deal with a West-Flemish beef trader. The deal involves injecting steroids into cows to increase their size and weight which ultimately increases their sale price.
Jacky has a dark past related to testicular trauma that he keeps hidden from everyone. But, when he becomes involved in the shady deal, his hidden trauma resurfaces, and he starts having nightmares. Amidst this turmoil, Jacky also becomes friends with a girl named Eva, who he starts to care for deeply.
Things take a turn for the worse when a federal policeman is assassinated and Jacky finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of deception and tense confrontations. As the plot unfolds, secrets from the past are revealed, and Jacky's connections to different characters become clear.
Bullhead is a riveting story that explores themes of trauma, masculinity, and the consequences of illegal activities. It is a thought-provoking and emotionally intense film that showcases the talent of its cast and director.
