The Feast

About The Feast

The Feast, released in 2021, is a British horror film directed by Lee Haven Jones and written by Roger Williams. The narrative unfolds in an isolated mansion surrounded by serene landscape, where a wealthy family gathers for a lavish dinner party. The tranquil evening takes a horrific turn when their quiet and mysterious waitress starts to reveal her disturbing origins and true intentions.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Gwawr Martha Lloyd, Roger Williams, and the director Lee Haven Jones himself. Set in the countryside of Wales, the movie's moody and atmospheric production complements its horror genre perfectly. The screenplay, written by Roger Williams, works brilliantly in escalating the suspense and fear, making the audience second-guess each character's motives until the very end.

Actors

• Annes Elwy plays the role of Cadi, the ominous waitress. Her spectral performance plummets the story into its disturbing depths, creating an eerie aura throughout the film.
• Nia Roberts portrayed Glenda, the mother. Her portrayal is a pillar of strength, yet one hiding her own mysteries and fears.
• Julian Lewis Jones played Gwyn, the patriarch of the family, who balances being nonchalant and authoritative while facing the unfolding horror.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie's dialogues are primarily in Welsh, an infrequent occurrence in the mainstream cinema.
• The Feast is Lee Haven Jones' debut feature film.
• The film was shot almost entirely on location in rural Wales.

Quotes

• "Beware the fruits of the earth."
• "Not everything that is buried, remains buried."
• "Something is really wrong with this place."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Eternal Rest", composed by Samuel Sim, heightens the film's menacing atmosphere.
• "Folk of Old", a traditional Welsh song also adds to the immersive ambience.