Love Is the Monster

Love Is the Monster is a thriller about Ana and Justin, a couple struggling with the aftermath of infidelity. To repair their relationship, they travel to Finland for a luxury retreat during the summer's midnight sun. Alongside other international couples, they follow the guidance of Tiina, a healer and shaman whose practices are based on Lempo, an ancient Finnish deity of fertility and love. The peaceful nature of the getaway eventually shifts as the situation takes an unexpected turn.

Directed by Alex Noyer, the film was a Canadian production involving Genco Pictures, YouKnow Films, and Raven Banner. Noyer also served as a producer and co-wrote the screenplay with Hannu Aukia and Blair Bathory. The movie features Madeline Zima and Leonardo Nam in the lead roles, with a supporting cast that includes Moe Jeudy-Lamour, Kimberly-Sue Murray, Kristina Tonteri-Young, and Milla Puolakanaho. The film has a total runtime of 84 minutes and was released on October 13, 2025.