Black Crow
Black Crow

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Black Crow

2016
Movie
97 min
Turkish

Sara is a famous Iranian actress lives in France for years. She lost her contact with her family she left in Iran, when she immigrated to France at 17. One night when she comes home she receives a letter form her father calling her to Iran. As her entrance to her country is prohibited because of the obscene scenes she took part in, she takes illegal ways to arrive her village in Iran. A dangerous long journey full of patience; she will travel on the garrons through the foggy and snowy mountains, starts for her. Accompanied by the smugglers and a group of Turkish guides, will she be able to arrive her village to discover the mystery of her father's letter?

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: Mark TonderaiGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a remote, snow-covered setting, a young woman named Wren finds herself increasingly isolated and paranoid. She believes her family is being targeted by a sinister entity lurking in the woods, manifesting as a black crow. As her grip on reality loosens, she must confront whether the threat is external or a product of her own fractured psyche.

Critical Reception

Black Crow received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While praised for its atmospheric tension and Anya Taylor-Joy's compelling performance, some found the pacing slow and the narrative somewhat ambiguous. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological depth and others finding it frustratingly oblique.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for its slow burn and ambiguous resolution.

  • Appreciated for its psychological horror elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's creepy mood and Anya Taylor-Joy's captivating performance. However, some viewers found the plot difficult to follow and the ending unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote location in British Columbia, Canada, with the cast and crew experiencing challenging winter conditions during production.

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