“The Autopsy of Jane Doe” is a horror film released in 2016. The movie follows a father-son team of coroners, Tommy (Brian Cox) and Austin (Emile Hirsch), who receive the body of an unidentified woman, “Jane Doe” (Olwen Kelly), for autopsy. As they begin their examination, they discover increasingly bizarre and inexplicable clues about her identity and cause of death. As they delve deeper into the body, the two coroners begin to experience strange and terrifying supernatural phenomena.
Review:
“The Autopsy of Jane Doe” is a chilling horror film that effectively blends mystery, suspense, and gore. The direction by André Øvredal is masterful, and he creates a sense of unease and dread that permeates the entire film. The performances by Brian Cox and Emile Hirsch are superb, and they bring depth and nuance to their characters. The movie’s use of practical effects and atmospheric lighting create a creepy and unsettling atmosphere that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Awards:
“The Autopsy of Jane Doe” was not a major award contender, but it received positive critical acclaim. The movie won the Audience Award for Best Midnighter at the SXSW Film Festival and was nominated for Best Horror Film at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards.
Popularity:
“The Autopsy of Jane Doe” received positive reviews from critics and became a cult favorite in the horror genre. The film has a 6.8/10 rating on IMDb and a 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Its clever twists, suspenseful pacing, and terrifying imagery have made it a favorite among horror fans. Despite its relatively low profile, “The Autopsy of Jane Doe” is a must-see for anyone who enjoys smart, atmospheric horror that will keep them guessing until the very end.
Directed by | André Øvredal |
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Produced by | Fred Berger Eric Garcia Ben Pugh Rory Aitken |
Written by | Ian Goldberg Richard Naing |
Starring | Emile Hirsch, Brian Cox, Olwen Catherine Kelly, |
Music by | Danny Bensi Saunder Jurriaans |
Cinematography | Roman Osin |
Edited by | Patrick Larsgaard |
Production companies |
42 IM Global Impostor Pictures |
Distributed by | Lionsgate (United Kingdom) IFC Midnight (United States) |
Release date | September 9, 2016 (TIFF) December 21, 2016 (US) |
Running time | 86 minutes |
Countries | United Kingdom United States |
Language | English |
Box office | $6 million |