Comedy,Crime,Thriller,Horror,Drama
United States of America
Villains is a dark comedy-thriller film directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen. The film stars Bill Skarsgård and Maika Monroe as Mickey and Jules, a young couple who are on the run and hoping to escape their troubled past in New York City. As they head south towards the Sunshine State, their car breaks down and they are forced to break into a nearby house in search of a new vehicle.
However, once inside the home, they are confronted by a sinister secret and the seemingly wholesome owners, George (Jeffrey Donovan) and Gloria (Kyra Sedgwick). What starts as a simple plan to steal a car quickly spirals out of control as the couple realizes they are in way over their heads.
The film is a twisted and darkly comedic look at the lengths some people will go to protect their secrets and the unsuspecting victims who stumble into their web of deceit. The performances by Skarsgård, Monroe, Donovan, and Sedgwick are all top-notch, creating an unsettling atmosphere that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
Villains premiered at the South by Southwest film festival in 2019 and received critical acclaim for its unique blend of humor and horror. It is a must-watch for fans of genre-bending thrillers and anyone looking for a fresh take on the classic home invasion trope.
