Beau Is Afraid: A Guide to the Myths, Mess and Creepy Magic of Ari Aster's Latest Masterpiece

What the Hell Is Going On in Beau Is Afraid?

A Surrealist Tragicomedy Horror Experience Like No Other

With Joaquin Phoenix, Patti LuPone, Amy Ryan, and Nathan Lane joining the cast following the sudden death of Beau Is Afraid, Ari Aster's latest nightmare is set to captivate and horrify audiences in equal measure.

Beau Is Afraid is a 2023 American surrealist tragicomedy horror film written, directed, and co-produced by Ari Aster. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix as a man who must confront his childhood trauma in order to save his dying mother.

The film has been praised for its unique blend of horror, comedy, and drama, as well as its stunning visuals and performances. However, it has also been criticized for its graphic violence and disturbing imagery.

Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that Beau Is Afraid is a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.