The Beast of Beauty

The Beast of Beauty

2003 · 88 min · ★ 6.3 · Horror, Family

Lotte and her father moves in with Kristin, a former beauty queen, and her daughter, Vendela. Kristin is grooming Vendela to win the Little Miss Norway contest, and as a result both girls get more and more preoccupied with their looks. When Lotte is allowed to participate in the contest, it soon becomes clear that being too vain can be a frightening experience.

Directed by Hilde Heier · Written by Hilde Heier

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