Bos (film)

Bos is a 2016 Dutch-Belgian drama film directed by Halina Reijn. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Niña Weijers.

The story revolves around Monica, a young woman grappling with existential questions and a search for meaning in her life. She becomes fascinated by the disappearance of a well-known artist, Martin Bos, and delves into his life and work, seeking answers to her own uncertainties. Her investigation leads her to question her own identity and the nature of art and reality.

The film explores themes of identity, alienation, art, the nature of reality, and the search for meaning in a modern world. It features Gijs Naber, Lisa Smit, and Reinout Scholten van Aschat in leading roles. The film received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its performances and thought-provoking themes, but criticism for its pacing and sometimes ambiguous narrative.