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Friendly Beast 2018

★ 6.5135 votes98 min📅 2018-08-09

Gabriela Amaral Almeida's *Friendly Beast (2018)* delivers a chilling descent into chaos when a seemingly ordinary restaurant owner snaps during an armed robbery, turning the tables on both criminals and patrons with terrifying precision.

Director: Gabriela Amaral Almeida

Cast

Murilo Benício
Murilo Benício
Inácio
Luciana Paes
Luciana Paes
Sara
Irandhir Santos
Irandhir Santos
Djair
Camila Morgado
Camila Morgado
Veronica
Jiddú Pinheiro
Jiddú Pinheiro
Bruno
Ernani Moraes
Ernani Moraes
Amadeu
Humberto Carrão
Humberto Carrão
Magno
Ariclenes Barroso
Ariclenes Barroso
Nuno
Eduardo Gomes
Eduardo Gomes
Jura
Thais Aguiar
Ana

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Friendly Beast (2018) about?

*Friendly Beast* follows a desperate restaurant owner who, cornered by an armed robbery, flips the script by holding everyone inside captive at gunpoint. What starts as a calculated act of control quickly spirals into psychological warfare, exposing the darkest instincts of both perpetrators and victims.

Who directed Friendly Beast?

Friendly Beast was directed by Gabriela Amaral Almeida, a filmmaker known for her bold, character-driven narratives that challenge moral boundaries.

Who stars in Friendly Beast?

The film features Murilo Benício in the lead role, supported by Luciana Paes, Irandhir Santos, Camila Morgado, and Jiddú Pinheiro.

Is Friendly Beast (2018) worth watching?

As an unrated thriller that thrives on tension and unpredictability, *Friendly Beast* is a compelling watch for fans of intense, character-driven horror. Its tight runtime and morally complex premise make it a standout in Almeida's filmography, even without a formal rating.

How long is Friendly Beast?

Friendly Beast runs for 98 minutes.

About Friendly Beast (2018) — A Gripping Thriller Where Fear Takes Hostage

Gabriela Amaral Almeida's *Friendly Beast (2018)* delivers a chilling descent into chaos when a seemingly ordinary restaurant owner snaps during an armed robbery, turning the tables on both criminals and patrons with terrifying precision.

What begins as a tense standoff spirals into a claustrophobic nightmare of manipulation and survival, where trust erodes and violence lurks beneath every interaction. Almeida crafts a visceral thriller that blurs the lines between predator and prey, set against the grimy backdrop of a working-class eatery. With razor-sharp tension and raw performances, *Friendly Beast* explores the fragility of human morality when pushed to the brink.