Raw

A shy, vegetarian veterinary student from a family of butchers experiences a crisis of conscience and identity when she develops an insatiable craving for raw meat after a hazing ritual at her new school. As her primal urges intensify, she must confront her deepest fears and navigate the dark underbelly of her desires.

Raw received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its bold direction, visceral horror elements, and unique exploration of themes like desire, sexuality, and family. Critics praised its unflinching portrayal of a young woman's transformation and its ability to be both disturbing and thought-provoking.

• A visceral and uncompromisingly original horror film.

• Boldly explores themes of identity, sexuality, and familial pressure with disturbing effectiveness.

• Garance Marillier delivers a star-making performance as the protagonist.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally praise the film's originality, disturbing yet captivating narrative, and strong performances, with many finding it a unique and memorable horror experience, though some found it too graphic.

Won the FIPRESCI Prize at the Cannes Film Festival (2016), among other festival awards.

Director Julia Ducournau originally intended to be a veterinarian before pivoting to filmmaking, which influenced the film's subject matter and setting.