Crow

I don't usually watch "horror", but having read previews - it indicated that this had much more substance. I'm so glad I did, it most certainly captured my attention throughout.

The theme based on the protection of the environment, local folklore and the conflict between "lay people" and an obnoxious, inconsiderate property developer may have been used before, but not like this. Atmospheric elements are cleverly introduced to tantalize and maintain your interest throughout.

I found the mythology and ritualism enthralling, I found myself easily relating to them, wondering how they will affect the final outcome.

It has been excellently directed by Wyndham Price, it has an appropriate pace, some great ideas, a superb atmospheric feel and it easily "pulls you in".

Actors: The cast have been wonderfully chosen, I found their performances captivating, everyone's contribution enhancing what can only be described as a couple of hours pleasure.

I recommend you watch this, I honestly believe that this could gain cult status.

Its got a good set up, it's got a good sound rack, the acting's pretty decent. Even the atmosphere is good in some places, its just not scary. Also, I might be wrong here but I think they accidentally brought in Irish mythology to explain the creepy woodland and I think the film is set in Whales? So that was a little confusing

It wants to be the Hallow. It is not the Hallow. However there are much worse ways to spend an evening.

A very good movie for all those interested in nature and how to protect it , in some interesting ways *cough ! A crazy and strange movie with good presentation and does well with its small budget!

So where is the movie, the entertainment, the horror, the story? This is boring and empty.

These days, much fiction takes it upon itself to preach to us about one thing or another. Sometimes we agree with what is being said, other times, not.

'Crow' is described as an eco-horror and the balance between the two is finely tuned. Wyndham Price has co-written a fine script, by turns wistful, mesmeric, spiritual and an unsettling warning about what might happen if you mess with things better left alone. Alicia (Elen Rhys) is our most sympathetic character - ignored and treated as the trophy wife she initially seems to be.

I found this film great fun, and extremely well directed by Price. Only the depiction of the forest itself is an issue - it's too clean and laundered. Crow and his tribe would, you imagine, be living in fuller, more unkempt greenery befitting the nature of the story. Other than that, my score is 8 out of 10.