Vivarium (2019)
Vivarium (2019) is a psychological thriller directed by Lorcan Finnegan. The film stars Jesse Eisenberg and Imogen Poots as a young couple, Tom and Gemma, who are searching for their dream home. They encounter a mysterious real estate agent who takes them to a seemingly perfect suburban neighborhood called Yonder.
However, once they enter, they find themselves trapped in a bizarre, labyrinthine development where every house is identical and they cannot escape. Their situation becomes increasingly surreal and disturbing when they discover that they are being forced to raise a strange, otherworldly child, further deepening their sense of entrapment and despair.
Vivarium explores themes of consumerism, conformity, and the struggles of modern life, blending elements of horror and science fiction. Its unsettling atmosphere and thought-provoking narrative have garnered critical acclaim, making it a unique entry in the genre.
