RAW
RAW

RAW

2004Movie105 minEnglish

The crimes have been committed... the sentencing begins now! Sex deviants are recruited for a top-secret government experiment to study their abnormalities and probe deep dark secrets and fantasies by making them relive their sex crimes.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users82%
Director: Julia DucournauGenres: Horror, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, sheltered vegetarian student from a family of veterinarians begins to eat meat after a hazing ritual at her new veterinary school. This awakens a predatory urge within her, leading her down a dark and increasingly disturbing path.

Critical Reception

Julia Ducournau's debut feature, 'Raw,' was met with significant critical acclaim for its visceral horror, bold storytelling, and surprisingly tender exploration of sisterhood and burgeoning sexuality. While some found its graphic nature challenging, critics largely praised its originality and unflinching approach.

What Reviewers Say

  • A uniquely visceral and disturbing coming-of-age horror film.
  • Praised for its original concept and bold execution.
  • Not for the faint of heart, but critically acclaimed for its artistry.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's unsettling yet compelling nature, with many appreciating its unique premise and shocking moments, while some found it excessively graphic.

Awards & Accolades

Cannes Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize, Toronto International Film Festival Best Feature Award, Sitges Film Festival Best Actress (Garance Marillier)

Fun Fact

Director Julia Ducournau actually filmed scenes of real meat being prepared and cooked to achieve the realistic gore in the film's cannibalistic sequences.

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