Animals is a 2021 psychological thriller film directed by Nabil Ben Yadir.

It stars Soufiane Chilah and was written by Antoine Cuypers and Ben Yadir, who also produced alongside Benoit Roland.

The murder was denounced as a hate crime and became the first case of homophobic violence recognized by law in Belgium.

[3] At the 12th Magritte Awards, Animals received six nominations, including Best Film and Best Director for Ben Yadir.

[4] Animals received polarized reviews from film critics, with praise towards Soufiane Chilah's performance and Frank van den Eeden's cinematography, but criticism towards its graphic portrayal of violence and crime.