Enter The Void

Is Julia Ducornau's 2016 film RAW (French: Grave) a coming of age film about cannibalism? A body horror film about family relationships? A tale of sexual discovery and veterinary practices? Yes, no, and maybe—but not necessarily in that order! In this episode, Bill and Renan consider a film they might not otherwise have been drawn to... with sexy results! Discussed: what the film has to say about cannibalism and teenage sexuality, not to mention college hazing rituals; whether Raw is a true horror movie or something else; references to Kubrick, PTA, and Cronenberg; other films about bloodthirsty teenage girls (and veterinarians); what would people say about Raw if a man directed it; and, Bill's own recent up-close experience with wild horses. Episode links: Raw on IMDb Raw on Wikipedia Variety Raw review Vulture Raw review Collider Raw review AV Club Raw review Vanity Fair Raw review RogerEbert.com Raw review Ducournau Film Comment interview Ducournau Independent interview Ducournau BFI interview Ducournau G