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A vegetarian veterinary student from a family of butchers experiences a crisis of conscience and a dark transformation after a hazing ritual. She develops an insatiable craving for raw meat, leading her down a path of forbidden desires and shocking discoveries about her own nature. As her urges intensify, she must confront her identity and the consequences of her primal hunger.

Julia Ducournau's directorial debut 'Raw' garnered significant critical acclaim for its visceral horror, bold themes, and striking imagery. It was praised for its unique blend of coming-of-age drama and body horror, though some found its graphic nature challenging.

• A bold and disturbing exploration of female sexuality and desire.
• Visually striking and thematically rich, offering a fresh take on body horror.
• A challenging yet rewarding watch, praised for its originality and performances.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's originality and its ability to provoke thought and visceral reactions. While some found it intensely disturbing, many praised its unique storytelling and powerful lead performance.

Cannes Film Festival (FIPRESCI Prize, Golden Camera Award), Sitges Film Festival (Best Film, Best Actress for Garance Marillier)

The film's intense scenes involving raw meat caused several audience members to faint during its festival screenings.