From the best-selling novel comes a captivating mystery. WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes increasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lay within the marsh.
Director
Olivia Newman
Cast
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Garret Dillahunt, Harris Dickinson
Rating
Year
2022
Country
United States
Language
English
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Reviews
- "A solid murder mystery with rich characters and a vivid Southern backdrop."
- Newsday - "Fueled by a strong performance by Edgar-Jones and pensive naturalism, Where the Crawdads Sing delivers a cinematic experience worthy of being seen."
- Film Inquiry - "Fueled by a strong performance by Edgar-Jones and pensive naturalism, WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING delivers a cinematic experience worthy of being seen."
- Film Inquiry - "While the writing and direction are too controlled to allow for any realism, the actors find gorgeous textures in their characters, stirring in complexity that brings out the story's deeper themes about predators and inner strength."
- Shadows on the Wall
Festivals
- Locaro Film Festival