Blueberry
Blueberry

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Blueberry

Movie
12 min
English

As far as Daisy's concerned, mummy's just on holiday. And daddy just has the sniffles. But the truth is her mother's left them and her father's sadness is making him neglect his daughter. It's going to take quite a shock to snap him out of it. Enter Blueberry the snake.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Google Users63%
Director: Jan KounenGenres: Western, Fantasy, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

Mike Blueberry, a U.S. Marshal, travels to a cursed land in search of a stolen relic. His journey becomes a psychedelic and spiritual quest as he confronts his past and battles a ruthless outlaw gang. He must overcome both external foes and internal demons to fulfill his mission and find redemption.

Critical Reception

Blueberry received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its unique visual style, ambitious themes, and Vincent Cassel's performance, though some found its narrative convoluted and its psychedelic elements overwhelming. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its unconventional approach to the Western genre and others finding it too abstract.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually inventive and surreal psychedelic sequences.

  • Vincent Cassel's intense performance as the troubled protagonist is a highlight.

  • Some critics found the plot overly complex and difficult to follow.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique artistic vision and its departure from traditional Western tropes. However, many found the story's psychedelic and spiritual elements to be disorienting or overly ambitious, leading to a polarized reception.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the César Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style and psychedelic sequences were heavily influenced by the comic book series 'Blueberry', on which the movie is based, particularly the more mystical and shamanic storylines.

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