Inside (2012 film)

''Inside'' (French: ''À l'intérieur'') is a 2007 French extreme horror film directed by Alexandre Aja. It was released in 2012 in the United States. The film stars Béatrice Dalle as a mysterious, heavily pregnant woman who breaks into the home of a grieving mother (Alysson Paradis). The film is known for its graphic violence and unrelenting tension. Its plot centers around a brutal home invasion and the desperate struggle for survival. The film garnered critical acclaim for its unsettling atmosphere and effective use of suspense. While not explicitly a slasher film, it shares some characteristics of the genre through its brutal depiction of violence and relentless pursuit of the protagonist. The film's success contributed to Aja's reputation as a master of visceral horror.