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BEHEMOTH is the directorial debut of digital artist Peter Sefchik and what a wild debut it is. He also is the co-writer, producer, and VFX supervisor. The film’s cast includes Josh Eisenberg, Paul Statman, Jennifer Churchich, Richard Wagner, and Whitney Nielsen.
Synopsis for BEHEMOTH
Joshua Riverton spent ten years working for a global chemical behemoth, notorious for their environmental negligence. When his daughter develops a mysterious illness, he steps forward as a whistle-blower, throwing his life into chaos. He’s convinced that his company’s negligence has made his daughter sick, and there are dark forces hiding the truth.
When given the chance to confront his old boss, Dr. Woeland, he allows a standoff to escalate into violence, and Josh is shot in the process. Now Josh is on the run, eating painkillers, and holding Woeland hostage. Josh demands answers about his daughter’s illness, but with each passing moment around Woeland, Josh’s grasp on reality begins to unravel. Is it the painkillers, or is Woeland more than he seems? Are the dark forces all in Josh’s head, or has he stumbled into a terrifying league of evil?
Honestly, when I read that synopsis, it sounded sad but pretty tame and I had no clue what was in store for me with BEHEMOTH. This is a unique and wild story layered with drama, fantasy, and horror elements. It takes time building up the story, and you never really know what’s real or not, or what’s going to happen next with twists and turns along the way. However, the best thing about this film is the VFX, which is undeniably phenomenal.
When it comes to the performances, they were a bit over the top and cheesy with awkward and strained dialogue. But BEHEMOTH is a bit out of this world, so everything feels a bit off in general, which isn’t a bad thing. None of the characters are likable or have any redeeming qualities. However, Paul Statman delivers a deliciously wicked stand-out performance. He plays evil perfectly.
This film is visually stunning with so many memorable scenes. The VFX in BEHEMOTH is some of the best special effects I’ve ever seen. From the makeup to the blood and gore, to the unique creature designs… everything was amazing, creative, and unique. I was blown away.
BEHEMOTH takes you on a wildly bizarre and bloody journey with heartfelt moments and the best VFX of the year. You can watch it on Digital Platforms now!
