A disquieting film about family, all-consuming delusion and eventual violence, it’s Lanthimos at his best, most unflinching.

To put it mildly, "Dogtooth" is not for everyone, but it can grow on you even if you think you've rejected its influence.

This is the second feature for Lanthimos, and it's a leap from his well-received debut Kinetta. He skilfully doles out tantalizing pieces of information, keeping the viewer in a constant state of suspense and wonder.

Yet, as absurdist, enigmatic and dark as Dogtooth gets, it’s mild in comparison to his recent work. But it still provides quite the palpably biting sting.