Raw

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Raw

R

Released Mar 10, 2017

1h 38m

Horror

Drama

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Stringent vegetarian Justine (Garance Marillier) encounters a decadent, merciless and dangerously seductive world during her first week at veterinary school. Desperate to fit in, she strays from her principles and eats raw meat for the first time. The young woman soon experiences terrible and unexpected consequences as her true self begins to emerge.

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Critics Consensus

Raw's lurid violence and sexuality live up to its title, but they're anchored with an immersive atmosphere and deep symbolism that linger long after the provocative visuals fade.

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Cody Corrall

Chicago Reader

Raw is one of few films in the "female cannibal" canon, one that flips the power dynamic of women in horror so they are in control, rather than afraid of, their own carnal desires.

Oct 8, 2021

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Dahlia Balcazar

Bitch Media

Julia Ducournau's feature film debut Raw joins the canon with the French teen-cannibal, coming-of-age story I didn't know I was waiting for.

Feb 17, 2021

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Alexandra Heller-Nicholas

The Blue Lenses

It often takes decades for filmmakers to strike the right sense of balance Ducournau has achieved with Raw, and she is a director and writer with a formidable grasp.

Aug 25, 2018

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Diana Tuova

Spotlight on Film

A staggering film debut with "unflinching" gore and disturbing atmosphere, reviving the best of what became known as the New French Extremity movement.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 2, 2024

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Marshall Shaffer

Vague Visages

These crashes back into a messy reality invoke how the rise and fall of a plot arc represents a merely synthetic change. Actual transformation takes more than just giving into a gut response spurred by familial intervention.

Dec 6, 2023

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Abby Monteil

them.

In juxtaposing her main character’s sexual awakening with her burgeoning cannibalism, director Julie Durconeau challenges the often fraught relationship between female violence and sexuality in horror.

Oct 27, 2022

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Martin H

I'm fluent in french and it's probably one of my all time favorite movie, i always thought local movies would suck or be like Dikkenek but this is different, the main actress was perfectly cast in this role, she plays it too well it's scary, i love it

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/30/24

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Christian K

Not really as gross out or thrilling as I was expecting, but i was still completely entertained from start to finish. Where is the faculty staff at this school?

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/31/24

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Jaco P

Raw is a captivating and unsettling film that will leave you on edge. The movie's eerie atmosphere masterfully crafts a sense of tension, making you feel like you're experiencing the protagonist's descent into cannibalism firsthand. While some scenes are undeniably uncomfortable to watch, they're a testament to the film's unflinching commitment to its themes. Overall, Raw is a gripping and thought-provoking movie that will appeal to fans of psychological horror and those who appreciate a slow-burning, atmospheric build-up. Just be prepared for a few squeamish moments along the way!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/29/24

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Audience Member

I had high hopes about this one, it is interesting although not enoguh to impress

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/11/24

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Miguel M

Gran pelicula que te demuestra una hermandad de caníbales que me impacto.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/30/24

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Karina P

Raw is a very interesting and unique movie. It'll keep you interested and wanting to watch more!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/09/24

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Justine

Ella Rumpf

Alexia

Rabah Nait Oufella

Adrien

Joana Preiss

La mère

Laurent Lucas

Le père

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Synopsis

Stringent vegetarian Justine (Garance Marillier) encounters a decadent, merciless and dangerously seductive world during her first week at veterinary school. Desperate to fit in, she strays from her principles and eats raw meat for the first time. The young woman soon experiences terrible and unexpected consequences as her true self begins to emerge.

Director: Julia Ducournau
Producer: Jean des Forêts, Julie Gayet, Nadia Turincev
Screenwriter: Julia Ducournau
Distributor: Focus World
Production Co: Petit Film, Frakas Productions, Rouge International
Rating: R (Bloody and Grisly Images|Aberrant Behavior|Strong Sexuality|Drug Use/Partying|Language|Nudity)
Genre: Horror, Drama
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 10, 2017, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 22, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $508.4K
Runtime: 1h 38m
Aspect Ratio: CinemaScope (2,35:1)

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