The Crow (2024)

First off, all the actors were amazing and the costumes were wonderful. I liked almost every character on screen. I was not expecting the film to be as gorey as it was. It had more of a horror film vibe with all the gore; and the way it ended was definitely more horror than the gothic drama I was expecting. Of course, I love the original Crow and this movie didn’t feel like it as competing with that Crow as much as a different version of the story.  Overall, it was a good movie. It may be something I watch again.

Review: The Crow: Lazarus Heart by Poppy Z. Brite

This book was an enjoyable read. The characters were unique and intriguing. The setting, a hurricane ravaged New Orleans, added an atmospheric layer to the story, perfectly complementing its dark tone.

While this felt more like a thriller than a mystery, it leaned into gruesome, almost gory territory. Though not my favorite work by Poppy Z. Brite, it was still a solid and compelling addition to their repertoire. Fans of dark, visceral storytelling will likely enjoy it.

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The Crow 30th anniversary showing

     Watching the 30th anniversary showing of The Crow at the Regal Theatre this year, was a nostalgic experience that brought me back to my teenage years. I went with my husband, and it was such a thrill to finally see this film on the big screen. When The Crow originally came out, I was only 14, and since it was rated R, I missed out on seeing it in theaters. I still remember saving up my money to buy the VHS, and once I had it, I watched it over and over.

     I absolutely loved everything about The Crow when I was younger. The dark, brooding atmosphere and, of course, the music. It was through this movie that I discovered bands like Nine Inch Nails and The Cure, which became a huge part of my life. Hearing that iconic soundtrack again, this time in a theater, was like stepping into a time machine. The music still hits hard, and the story of vengeance and love lost felt just as powerful as it did the first time I watched it.

     It was also a great experience to see so many others at the theater who were clearly long-time fans like me. The place was filled with goths, metalheads, and others with a love for all things dark and alternative, most of them around my age. It was like a mini-reunion of people who had grown up with The Crow as part of their lives. There was something really special about being surrounded by that energy, and it made me so happy to share this moment with others who felt the same way.

     I’m grateful I had the chance to see The Crow in all its gritty, gothic glory on the big screen. It brought back so many memories, and the film still holds up, both the story and the music. It was an experience I won’t forget.

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