Dogtooth (2009)

Synopsis

Yorgos Lanthimos' 2009 film Dogtooth explores the extreme isolation of a family living on a secluded estate in Greece. The parents raise their children in a controlled environment, where they are taught a distorted version of reality, including a unique vocabulary and fabricated myths. This unsettling narrative examines themes of power, control, and the impact of environment on human behavior. Featured in the FEVER STREAM series, the film is analyzed by curator Jameson Oyer and creative content director Alicia Lu, highlighting its cultural significance and provocative storytelling.