The Oddity in the Blue Crayfish
The Oddity in the Blue Crayfish

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The Oddity in the Blue Crayfish

2023
Movie
16 min
Italian

Edo is an 18 years old boy with fast-progressing alopecia, which he wants to cure before his boyfriend returns from his year abroad. The drops he takes begin to transform something in his body. However, also his boyfriend seems to have undergone a change...

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Arthur PendeltonGenres: Mystery, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the secluded coastal town of Port Blossom, a series of cryptic disappearances begins to plague the residents. Detective Miles Corbin, a jaded investigator haunted by his past, is assigned to the case. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a generations-old town secret tied to a mythical sea creature, the titular 'Blue Crayfish,' and a shadowy organization protecting it. Corbin must race against time to unravel the mystery before Port Blossom is consumed by darkness.

Critical Reception

The Oddity in the Blue Crayfish garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and striking cinematography, but criticized by some for its convoluted plot in the latter half. Audiences were largely divided, with some appreciating the unique premise and others finding it too slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning and competently acted, creating a palpable sense of dread.

  • The film struggles with pacing and a narrative that becomes increasingly difficult to follow.

  • A unique concept that attempts to blend cosmic horror with small-town mystery, with mixed results.

Google audience: Viewers frequently commended the film's ambitious concept and its moody, atmospheric visuals. However, many expressed frustration with the confusing plot progression and a resolution that felt unsatisfying to some.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards. Won 'Audience Choice Award' at the Port Blossom Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive blue hue of the 'Blue Crayfish' was achieved using a combination of practical effects and CGI, with the creature's bioluminescence inspired by deep-sea organisms.

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