Deemonid

Demons, directed by Ain Mäeots, tells the story of three ordinary people-Joko, Reet, and Ants-who fall deep into the world of casino gambling. Joko works in advertising, Reet is a retired math teacher, and Ants manages a plumbing warehouse. They seem like normal people, but gambling turns their lives upside down.

The film is based on real-life experiences and shows how easy it is for anyone to become addicted. It doesn't preach or judge-it simply tells the truth about gambling addiction. The characters begin with hope, but slowly lose control, lying to others and to themselves. The lies grow bigger and soon destroy their relationships, careers, and even health.

The acting is strong, especially from Tambet Tuisk, Ene Järvis, and Ain Lutsepp. The cinematography by Elen Lotman is excellent and even won an award. The script is clever, showing how the lives of the characters are all connected, even if they don't know it. This makes the story feel real and painful.

One of the film's strongest messages is that addiction doesn't always look obvious at first. The damage often happens quietly and invisibly. Mäeots shows how gambling can lead to total chaos-mental, emotional, and physical. He also reminds us that this could happen to anyone.

Demons is not an easy film, but it's an important one. It helps viewers understand the dark side of an addiction and the human cost behind it. By the end, you may feel shaken, but also more aware of how close these "demons" might be to any of us.