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What critics are saying.

  • “Latina director Yara Estrada Lowe has recently made waves with her latest film, DEMISE, a riveting thriller acquired by Gravitas Ventures”

    — BELatina Daily

  • “Hernandez, Mendez, and Fenning deliver deep performances that resonate with authenticity.”

    — Overly Honest Reviews

  • “The three lead actors deliver brilliant performances.”

    — GH MovieFreak

  • “DEMISE is dark, edgy and an impressive new film starring Carlo Mendez.”

    — Digital Journal

  • “We go all noir with a brand new indie thriller, that has you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!”

    — Echo Chamber

  • “DEMISE stands out as the definitive film highlight of the season.”

    — Infrared Magazine

  • "DEMISE delivers a kick that will knock the popcorn out of your bag."

    — Film Threat

  • "Written/Directed by Yara Estrada Lowe, DEMISE is a story that embraces its depth in storytelling, making it a charged and thought-provoking experience for all."

    — Overly Honest Reviews

  • "Strong performances, a suspenseful narrative, and a captivating exploration of love, betrayal and retribution."

    — GH MovieFreak

  • "DEMISE captivates audiences with its suspenseful narrative and nuanced characters. But beyond its entertainment value, the film serves as a powerful statement of the representation of Latinos in cinema."

    — BeLatina Daily

  • "Her visionary approach and commitment to bringing diverse narratives to the forefront have set a benchmark for inclusivity, enriching the film experience with the vibrant hues of Latino culture."

    — Overly Honest Reviews

  • "A thriller like no other."

    — GH MovieFreak

  • "New voice in Hollywood. Yara Estrada Lowe, creates an immersive and messy world in new indie film Demise."

    — Art of Cinema

  • “In Demise, Mendez layers his emotions well as the complex Caleb, and his acting runs the gamut."

    — Digital Journal

  • "Mendez is able to carry his noir thriller on his shoulders well in a controlled performance that really captures Caleb’s conscience"

    — Digital Journal

  • "The screenplay by Yara Estrada Lowe, is rich in character development, and everybody in the cast offers something distinct to the story."

    — Digital Journal

  • "Hell hath no fury as juicy as this in the volcanic home-wrecking thriller Demise, written and directed by Yara Estrada Lowe"

    — Film Threat

  • "You will be thoroughly played with and will love every minute of it"

    — Film Threat

  • "As a writer Yara Estrada Lowe has a genius for manipulating audience identification, as she builds up sympathies that are then served to the devil.”

    — Film Threat

  • "I dare anyone who hasn’t seen a woman’s picture to watch Demise and see how many times the hairs on your arm stand straight up.”

    — Film Threat

  • “Phenomenal film!”

    — E! News

  • “Fenning is several shades of amazing here, showing an emotional palette that runs from ethereal lightness to the deepest dark.”

    — Film Threat

  • “I love the female gaze from your perspective, it’s brilliant. I think you have a fresh new voice.”

    — Vegas Film Critic

  • “She brings to the table not just her directorial vision but also her experiences as an actor, offering a unique perspective on character portrayal and storytelling."

    — Infrared Magazine

  • “She brings to the table not just her directorial vision but also her experiences as an actor, offering a unique perspective on character portrayal and storytelling."

    — Infrared Magazine

  • “Her dedication to storytelling and film, coupled with her innovative approach to cinema, make her a fascinating figure in today’s film landscape.”

    — Infrared Magazine

  • “Yara Estrada Lowe’s cinematic journey is a vibrant tapestry woven from her Mexican/Nicaraguan American heritage, childhood passion for storytelling, and a profound love for the thrills of the 80s and 90s cinema.”

    — Infrared Magazine

  • “You have to give so many props to Crystal Hernandez because the way she plays these two people are distinctive, and that’s not easy to do.”

    —Echo Chamber

  • "Subtlety is disregarded and melodrama is heightened, making for one helluva wild time.”

    — The AU Review

  • “Whatever lunacy you expect Lowe’s script to entertain, it doubles in exaggeration with absolute glee.”

    — The AU Review

  • "DEMISE aims to function as an escapist thriller loaded with camp and steamy sex scenes. And I am pleased to report that it delivers on all these fronts.”

    — Dread Central

  • “The most effective component of the picture is Liz Fenning as Celine. She has this incredible awakening when she's tired of Caleb's bullshit and decides to do something about it. Fenning makes the transformation so much fun to watch.”

    — Dread Central

  • “This film is fun, silly, campy and sexy"

    — Dread Central

  • "Yara Estrada Lowe stands out as one of the industry's most thrilling and promising filmmakers".

    — Pop Culturist