: The film is described as a "slow burn" that builds toward a major plot twist that redefines the reality of the forest and Will's situation. Production and Style
I Hear the Trees Whispering (2022) is a psychological mystery and sci-fi thriller written and directed by József Gallai. Shot entirely from a first-person point of view (POV), the film follows a man named Will (Gábor Varga) as he attempts to escape a tragic past by taking a solitary job as a forest ranger.
: As Will explores the woods, he discovers deserted buildings and feels he is being watched or receiving coded messages from a distant figure.
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: Haunted by the death of his wife and estrangement from his daughter, Will accepts a job in a remote forest cabin.
: His only contact is his supervisor, June (Laura Saxon), whom he speaks to via a high-tech headset but never meets in person.
: Much like the film Hardcore Henry , the camera acts as the protagonist's eyes, immersing the viewer in Will's perspective.
Watch the official trailers to see the film's unique first-person perspective and atmospheric setting: