The Raven (2012) movie poster

The Raven (2012)

"The only one who can stop a serial killer is the man who inspired him."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 33% (RT: 22%, MC: 44) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 51m
Country
Hungary, Serbia, Spain
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (1,415 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
22%
Metacritic
44
Cast
John Cusack as Edgar Allan Poe
Luke Evans as Detective Fields
Alice Eve as Emily Hamilton
Brendan Gleeson as Colonel Hamilton
Kevin McNally as Maddux
Oliver Jackson-Cohen as John Cantrell
Jimmy Yuill as Captain Eldridge
Pam Ferris as Mrs. Bradley
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,415 votes. Critics scored it lower at 33%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A fictionalized account of the last days of Edgar Allan Poe's life, in which the poet is in pursuit of a serial killer whose murders mirror those in the writer's stories. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • James McTeigue cited several classic crime films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Raven was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Raven is a 2012 crime, thriller, mystery film directed by James McTeigue. A fictionalized account of the last days of Edgar Allan Poe's life, in which the poet is in pursuit of a serial killer whose murders mirror those in the writer's stories. The film has been rated by 1,415 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, The Raven delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Raven (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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