Delicious (2025)

“Delicious” is a tense drama thriller directed and written by Nele Mueller-Stöfen. The film follows a German family who plans a peaceful holiday in a secluded French villa, hoping to escape their busy city lives. Their plans take a dark and mysterious turn when they discover an injured woman near the property and decide to take her in. What begins as an act of compassion soon spirals into an unsettling series of events that challenge the family’s trust, safety, and sanity.

The story unfolds slowly, layering suspense as secrets begin to surface and the mysterious woman’s presence reveals long-buried tensions within the family. The film expertly balances atmospheric tension with emotional drama, creating a gripping narrative that leaves audiences questioning the characters’ motives and the nature of the stranger’s arrival.

Leading the cast is Fahri Yardim as John, the protective yet conflicted father, alongside Valerie Pachner portraying Esther, whose suspicions about their guest grow increasingly intense. Carla Díaz delivers a haunting performance as Theodora, the enigmatic visitor whose past and purpose remain unclear. The supporting cast includes Naila Schuberth, Caspar Hoffmann, and Julien De Saint Jean, each contributing to the film’s layered tension.

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