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The Raven (2012) Reviews

The Raven (2012)
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Upon discovering that a psychotic serial killer has been using his writings as inspiration, legendary author Edgar Allan Poe (John Cusack) joins forces with a bright, young Baltimore detective to catch the maniac and end his reign of terror. Detective Emmett Fields (Luke Evans) was investigating a vicious murder when he realized the crime scene bore a striking resemblance to a mystery story that was just published in the local newspaper. The author of that ominous tale was Edgar Allan Poe, a brilliant young writer whose status as a social outcast catches the attention of the diligent detective. Shortly after Poe is questioned by the authorities, detectives stumble upon yet another murder scene that seems to have been inspired by the author's morbid writings. Convinced that the killer will once again use Poe's writings as a springboard to murder, Detective Fields recruits the reclusive author to help piece together a pattern to the crimes and stop the madman before he can strike again. Brendan Gleeson and Alice Eve co-star in this tense period thriller from director James McTeigue (V for Vendetta). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
John Cusack, Luke Evans, (more)
Director(s):
James McTeigue
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Lawrence C D.

October 12, 2012.....A very good movie about Edgar Allan Poe and a murder who uses his poem's. I found it very entertaining and enjoyable to watch.

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Sharon M.

This was a good film and a good story. I really liked it. John Cusack was good in this movie.

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Arturo M.

Bravo to John Cusack and Luke Evans such great acting. If you love thrillers for Halloween this year, this is a classic to watch, everything about this movie is a joy to watch even the gore, excellent script and top notch acting by all and James McTeigue rocks as Director!!!!

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James A.

The relationship between Edgar and Emily make the movie, and the ending. Bravo to a thrilling love story.

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John R.

Excellent movie suspenseful and thrilling good story line ! Really liked this movie alot! Worth the rent for sure !

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Rosemary H.

Was a really good movie.

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KulothungaChozhan M.

this is good movie

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Sarah R.

The sets, locations, staging, lighting, and costumes were wonderful, but the only tense moments I got out of this film was watching the pendulum, and that was just gruesome instead of suspenseful. Something was really lacking, because I felt very little suspense throughout. For one thing Alice Eve just never made me feel bad for her, not sure if she's a bad actress or whether she played the part so strong that I kept expecting her to rescue herself. I don't know, I just know I thought a story revolving around Poe, would be terrifying, like his books, but it wasn't. Wasn't even really scary. I feel E A Poe's been badly used. I'd hate for the younger generations to remember him this way. READ HIS BOOKS KIDS!

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Jerry P.

The acting was without much emotion. I can't say that I would recommend this to anyone. Just a bland movie...

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Miguel C.

Cusack didn't even try to act as if he lived in the 19th century. The dialogue seemed to modern. I love watching Alice Eve but she but it seems she had very little to say. The costumes and sets were great. The special effects were not done well. A better lead actor and some rewritten dialogue could have helped this production.

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    Lawrence C D.

    October 12, 2012.....A very good movie about Edgar Allan Poe and a murder who uses his poem's. I found it very entertaining and enjoyable to watch.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Sharon M.

    This was a good film and a good story. I really liked it. John Cusack was good in this movie.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Arturo M.

    Bravo to John Cusack and Luke Evans such great acting. If you love thrillers for Halloween this year, this is a classic to watch, everything about this movie is a joy to watch even the gore, excellent script and top notch acting by all and James McTeigue rocks as Director!!!!

    Yes   |   No

     
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