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The Crow
1994 102 min United States of America R 18+
★7.8
Fantasy, Action, Thriller
Director: Alex Proyas
📖 Based on the novel
«The Crow»
byJames O'Barr
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Description
Exactly one year after young rock guitarist Eric Draven and his fiancée are brutally killed by a ruthless gang of criminals, Draven, watched over by a hypnotic crow, returns from the grave to exact revenge.
Budget:
$23M
US Gross:
$50.69M
Worldwide:
$93.72M
Starring
Brandon Lee
Actor
Michael Wincott
Actor
Rochelle Davis
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1995
— Best Original Song
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1995
— Best Actor
Saturn Awards 1995
— Best Director
Saturn Awards 1995
— Best Costume Design
Saturn Awards 1995
— Best Visual Effects
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1995
— Best Original Song
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1995
— Best Picture
Key opinion
The Crow is widely regarded as a visually stunning gothic cult classic defined by its immersive atmosphere and a career-defining, tragic performance by Brandon Lee. While some viewers criticize its simplistic, repetitive revenge narrative and bleak tone, the majority celebrate it as an essential, emotionally resonant piece of 90s cinema.
| Acting | Brandon Lee delivers a flawless, iconic performance that anchors the film with emotional depth and physicality. | |
| Production | The production design and cinematography create an unmatched, atmospheric gothic landscape that effectively mirrors the protagonist's internal torment. | |
| Score | The film's iconic soundtrack and dark musical score serve as a vital component in establishing the movie's immersive, moody tone. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast, including Ernie Hudson and Michael Wincott, provides strong support that elevates the character dynamics. | |
| Screenplay | The plot is polarizing; some find it a lean and effectively paced revenge story, while others view it as simplistic, repetitive, and narratively thin. |