Pelican Blood

A dedicated veterinarian, working with rescue dogs, adopts a severely traumatized girl named Nikolina. As the veterinarian tries to provide a stable home, Nikolina's behavior becomes increasingly disturbing and violent, pushing the veterinarian to her limits. The film explores the profound challenges of love, care, and the impact of past trauma on a child's psyche.

Pelican Blood received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its intense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the young lead. Some found the film's unrelenting bleakness and disturbing themes challenging, while others praised its unflinching examination of difficult subjects.

• Praised for its chillingly realistic portrayal of a child's trauma and its disturbing impact.

• Noted for strong performances, especially by the young actress playing Nikolina.

• Some critics found the film's intensity and bleakness overwhelming.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Pelican Blood are scarce, but general sentiment often points to the film being a powerful, albeit difficult, watch. Viewers frequently comment on the emotional toll the story takes and the raw performances.

The film was selected as the German entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards, though it was not nominated.