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A young, lifelong vegetarian named Justine enters a prestigious veterinary school, where she is forced to confront her family's dark appetites and her own emerging primal urges. She experiences a series of increasingly disturbing initiations, leading to a shocking transformation that challenges her identity and morality.

Raw was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its bold direction, visceral horror, and powerful performances. Critics praised its unique exploration of themes like female sexuality, cannibalism, and the transition into adulthood, though some found its graphic nature challenging.

• A stunning and disturbing coming-of-age horror film.

• Visceral, shocking, and thematically rich.

• Boldly original and masterfully executed.

Google audience: Audiences praised Raw for its originality, intense atmosphere, and thought-provoking themes, with many commending its brave exploration of taboo subjects. Some viewers found the graphic content difficult to stomach.

Won the FIPRESCI Prize at the Cannes Film Festival (2016) and Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival (2016). Nominated for numerous awards, including Best First Feature at the Independent Spirit Awards (2018).

Director Julia Ducournau reportedly had an actual cow's stomach dissected for the film's key scene, ensuring the visual realism was as authentic as possible.