The Cry of the Owl

Name: The Cry of the Owl
Director: Jamie Thraves
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2009-01-01
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Paddy Considine, Julia Stiles, Karl Pruner, Phillip MacKenzie, Gord Rand

2009Dir. Jamie Thraves1h 41m

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Runtime1h 41m

Released2009

Budget$11.5M

DirectorJamie Thraves

About This Movie

The Cry of the Owl is this haunting blend of drama and mystery that really captures the unsettling nature of voyeurism and obsession. Jamie Thraves directs with a keen eye for atmosphere, bringing a sense of unease that permeates the small-town setting. The pacing is deliberate, allowing Robert's character to spiral slowly, which adds to the tension. The performances, particularly by the lead, are raw and unsettling, reflecting the fragility of his mental state. It plays with themes of isolation and desire, making you question the boundaries of intimacy. There’s something unique about how it tackles the ordinary, turning everyday moments into something quite sinister.

Strong character study with psychological depthExplores voyeurism in a small-town settingAtmospheric cinematography enhances the mood