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In this update to Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale, it's time for the biggest gay party of the year. Unfortunately, the host has chosen the site of the infamous Ravenswood Massacre to stage his blowout gala, where a mass murder happened fifty years ago to the night. The boozie revelry is cut short when a Raven-masked killer crashes the party, intent on repeating the bloody history. As the unknown killer picks the guests off, old grudges resurface among friends, and new suspicions emerge.
A pampered pet raven named Corvus, accustomed to a life of luxury, is banished from his wealthy family's mansion. He must learn to survive on the streets of New York City and find his way back home, encountering a colorful cast of characters and facing unexpected challenges along the way.
The animated film 'The Raven' received a generally mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its visual style and voice performances, while some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed its family-friendly nature and humor.
Visually impressive with a unique animation style.
The voice cast, particularly Tom Hanks, delivers strong performances.
The story, while heartwarming, follows a familiar underdog narrative.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's humor and appealing animation, finding it to be an enjoyable watch for families. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit simplistic, but the overall sentiment was positive.
The film was one of the early examples of using motion-capture technology to create animated characters, with Tom Hanks performing the movements for the raven character.
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