Islands

On a sun drenched island resort a tennis coach named Tom keeps busy teaching during the day and chasing nightlife after hours. When a solitary tourist arrives with a hint of recognition he can't shake, Tom wonders if their paths have crossed in the past. The dynamic between them grows uneasy and electric as the heat rises, and he finds himself drawn to a mystery he cannot quite explain. Around him the resort hums with whispers and rumors, each guest cloaked in a private motive. When the tourist's husband disappears under suspicious circumstances, the local police zero in on Tom, feeding a dangerous cycle of suspicion, memory, and fragility. As secrets surface and loyalties wobble, the island becomes a trap where perception can mislead as easily as a lie.

Directed by Jan Ole Gerster, Islands released in 2025 with Sam Riley and Stacy Martin leading a tight ensemble. The project appears to originate from an original screenplay by Blaž Kutin and Lawrie Doran, with a focus on mood and moral tension.

Box office numbers for Islands have not been released publicly. The studio has not provided a worldwide gross or separate regional tallies, and there has been little if any public discussion of its commercial performance.

There are no announced nominations or wins for Islands in major awards at present. Reviewers have highlighted the cast, especially Sam Riley and Stacy Martin, and noted Gerster's direction as a steady hand guiding a tense atmosphere. The film probes trust and consequence under heat and secrecy.

Critics describe Islands as a lean thriller that relies on mood, silhouettes, and quiet shocks more than bold set pieces. The central themes probe desire and manipulation, the cost of secrecy, and how isolation heightens trust and suspicion. Performances and direction are frequently cited as the film's strongest assets.