It is highly important to put things into context; France is simply not a country where directors are usually allowed to explore the Horror genre. I am from France and regrettably unable to name one decent horror movie ever made in France in the 80's or 90's! The reason is simple: Production companies have always been against the idea of producing horror movies. What makes new horror films like “Frontière(s)” completely different is a strong sense of social realism (i.e. the extreme violence shown on screen as a metaphor for today’s twisted societies, cults and other religious fanatics), as well as the fact that they address a number of social issues, including intensified racial tensions, the emergence of neo-fascist movements in Europe, or even the recent rapes of young women in public transportation. Ladies and gentlemen, enjoy “Martyrs”; it will scare the shit out of you! Yes, I said you.