Animal

Set at an all-inclusive resort on a Greek island, the story follows Kalia and a team of entertainers as they prepare for the busy summer tourist season. While their days are filled with dance performances, glittery costumes, and paper decorations, the increasing pressure of the work leads to turbulent and violent nights. As the heat intensifies, Kalia struggles with internal conflicts in the darkness, yet she must maintain the public facade of the show once the spotlights return.

The film was written and directed by Sofia Exarchou. It features a cast including Dimitra Vlagopoulou, Flomaria Papadaki, Ahilleas Hariskos, Chronis Barbarian, Ilias Hatzigeorgiou, and Kristof Lamp. The production was a collaboration between companies from Austria, Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, and Romania, involving a credited crew of 45 people.

Released on January 17, 2024, the movie blends elements of action, crime, drama, and thriller over a runtime of 116 minutes. Audience reception is generally positive, with a rating of 6.5/10 based on 1,000 votes on IMDb and 6.7/10 from 18 votes on TMDB.