The Crow
Directed by Rupert SandersSoulmates Eric (Skarsgård) and Shelly (FKA twigs) are brutally murdered when the demons of Shelly's dark past catch up with them. Given the chance to save his true love by sacrificing himself, Eric sets out to seek merciless revenge on their killers, traversing the worlds of the living and the dead to put the wrong things right in this modern re-imagining of the 1994 cult classic.
Cast of The Crow
The Crow Ratings & Reviews
- TaylorOctober 9, 2024Unlike most people, I genuinely enjoyed this movie. It was beautifully shot, had a killer soundtrack, and the chemistry between the lead actors? Electrifying. Their performances pulled me in, making the lighter, more tender moments on screen together shine even brighter, which was hauntingly beautiful in contrast to the overall dark and moody tone of the film. That being said, I would’ve loved to give this movie a solid 10/10, especially considering how badly it’s getting review-bombed, but there were a few minor moments at the opera where Bill’s performance felt a little off. These were small, almost inconsequential moments that came across a bit cringe. While minor, it was enough for me to drop my score from a perfect 10 to a 9. However, based on his previous roles, it’s pretty clear he’s a top-tier actor, which is why I think this… is totally on the director—either through bad direction or not simply not catching it in post. Despite those minor flaws, if you haven’t seen the original or simply like the cast? The movie is an absolute must-watch. It’s got the right mix of style and substance to stand out, and given how swift the public was to dismiss it after the first trailer dropped, maybe it was always destined to become another cult classic, in its own right.
- falter0May 24, 2025WTF? No really why was this made? Oh yeah Hollywood sucks. I'm sorry Brandon
- jaypaulbJuly 15, 2025Derivative drivel. Soundtrack is just clips without atmosphere or characters listening to their own music. Art direction lacks emphasis, all in all a bland movie.
- SlosenhousenMay 17, 2025Even on it's own this movie is sub par at best. Unfortunately it has to stand in the shadow of the original Crow Staring Brandon Lee which makes it even worse. Do yourself a favour and just watch the original.
- Lloyd roeMarch 9, 2025It was all right definitely not the original kept my attention somewhat
- 匚卂尺ㄥJanuary 27, 2025🐦⬛ Is a 1994 American superhero film directed by Alex Proyas and written by David J. Schow and John Shirley, based on the 1989 comic book series by James O'Barr. It stars Brandon Lee, in his final film appearance, as Eric Draven, a rock musician who is resurrected from the dead to seek vengeance against the gang who murdered him and his fiancée. Lee was fatally wounded by a prop gun during filming. As he had finished most of his scenes, the film was completed through script rewrites, a stunt double and digital effects. After Lee's death, Paramount Pictures opted out of distribution and the rights were acquired by Miramax Films. The film is dedicated to Lee and his fiancée, Eliza Hutton. The Crow was released in the United States on May 13, 1994, and received positive reviews. It grossed $94 million on a $23 million budget and has gained a cult following. The success led to a media franchise that includes the sequels The Crow: City of Angels (1996), The Crow: Salvation (2000), and The Crow: Wicked Prayer (2005). The sequels, which mostly featured different characters and none of the original cast members, were unable to match the success of the first film. A remake of The Crow is set for release in 2024. With a glorious transfer and a perfect package steel book this film is a must for any film fan.
- Örn LúðvíkssonFebruary 21, 2025I think it was very cool. Good acti g, good music and good cinematography.
- JeremeyJuly 10, 2025“They called me back… but I should’ve stayed in the dark.” The first time I flew, I carried vengeance. I watched a broken soul claw his way back from the grave — not for violence, but for love. Brandon Lee made the silence speak. He didn’t just wear the paint — he earned it. But this? This is dress-up. All flash, no fury. They gave me a script with no sorrow. A face with no ache. I circled above, waiting for the heart to break… but it never did. No weight. No pulse. No poetry. Just another revenge flick with eyeliner and echo. You don’t resurrect pain with lighting rigs. You do it with stillness. With meaning. With a reason to rise. I came when I heard the scream. But all I found was noise. “Next time you want me back… bring something worth burying first.”
- jackmeatOctober 31, 2024My quick rating - 4.5/10. This was one movie I had prayed they would just leave alone and not remake but here it is. I was fine with sequels and reimagines for this but didn't want a remake so I watched apprehensively. I have been holding off on watching this until Devil's Night for my tradition. Here is my review of The Crow from 1994 for reference and I hope this one does it some justice. This remake takes the beloved tale of Eric Draven's vengeance and love and reimagines it with a darker, more mystic twist but, unfortunately, it misses the mark on what made the original so compelling. This version opens with a longer buildup of Eric and Shelly’s (FKA Twigs) relationship, yet ironically fails to develop the romance as powerfully as the original’s fleeting flashbacks. The added screen time barely gives depth to their love, making the eventual tragedy feel less impactful, even mechanical. Once Eric crosses into the afterlife, he awakens in an eerie limbo, where he’s introduced to Kronos, played by Sami Bouajila. Here, the iconic crow’s role is explained with a heavy dose of black magic shit—a new, forced addition to the story. Rather than embarking on a passionate quest for Shelly’s memory, Eric turns into more of a supernatural detective hunting down his killers. This change sidesteps the raw emotional pull of vengeance for love, focusing instead on grim mysticism that feels disconnected from the heart of the story. I don't know if James O'Barr had anything to do with this story or if other graphic novels he penned were anything like this but I doubt it and don't believe he would be a fan of this. Bill Skarsgård as Draven brings the brutal violence expected in the action scenes, but instead of feeling like an unstoppable force of retribution, his character seems more like a target in a shooting gallery. The visceral fight scenes are well done, adding brutal touches, but they lack emotional payoff when the story itself doesn’t anchor them in anything memorable or meaningful. Visually, Rupert Sanders delivers some beautiful scenes, and the cinematography deserves credit, offering moments of style and atmospheric richness. But that can only go so far when the story’s foundation is flawed. The guitar-playing artist that defined Draven in the 1994 version is notably absent here, making the character feel almost entirely new but not in a way that serves the story. It’s almost as if Eric and Shelly could have been removed without changing much at all. In the end, this version suffers from a story that misses the essence of its own legacy. This retelling feels more like a miss than a tribute, making it hard to understand why they even called it The Crow if they weren’t going to honor the spirit of Eric and Shelly’s tragic, passionate bond. As my initial worry pointed out, I just wish they left this one alone and I am not going to be "that guy" and give this a 1/10 just because I am so disappointed in what they did with this film. RIP Brandon Lee.
- Pokit the phoxJune 26, 2025The perfect story of love and loss. Great acting, plot, story and kills, even better than the original. I have to give it 4 and 1/2 tail wags!
- stuhannafordMay 13, 2025I’m from the side of the fence that felt the original’s acclaim owes more to the mystery and infamy of Lee’s death, rather than the quality of the film itself. So my hopes weren’t high when watching this incarnation. For me, a low bar was set that the 2024 reimagining just misses. Relationships feel forced, and from this, the soulmate ‘magic’ doesn’t feel believable. The atmosphere remains consistently dark… but only adds to the dullness of the movie overall. Forgettable.
- Dan The Man KearneyMay 11, 2025Wasn't a horribly made movie good budget nice shots just can never top the first Crow just because of the legacy that movie set for its Actor Brandon and his performance
- ew11March 9, 2025better than expected, loved it.
- Ahmad PlashiJanuary 29, 2025Abbasi_behzadi
- Toufiq Ibna MustafizOctober 31, 2024Not good as the original one
