Carrion (2020): Cast & Ratings
Carrion is a 2020 horror film directed by Michael Zaiko Hall, starring Marc Victor as Karne - past, Erik Jorn Sundquist and Sierra Goddard. It runs 1 hour 12 minutes. Its Echo Score is 40/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 12m (72 min)
- Director
- Michael Zaiko Hall
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Cyfuno Ventures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Carrion About?
The premise of Carrion without spoilers.
After a decade-long absence, a young woman seeks refuge with her cousin. As troubling events from her past begin to reappear, she realizes someone is watching her, hidden within the surrounding woods. She must confront the secrets she left behind and uncover the identity of the person stalking her, before it’s too late.
Carrion Themes & Keywords
· 24 tags- woods
- female topless nudity
- large breasts
- sex scene
- forest
- cousin cousin relationship
- female rear nudity
- astrologer
- fortune teller
- witch
- male rear nudity
- lesbian sex between cousins
+12 more Show fewer
- sex between first cousins
- lesbian
- lesbian sex
- female full frontal nudity
- female nudity
- cousin cousin incest
- woman
- young
- past
- lesbian incest
- incest
- cousin cousin sex
Carrion Cast & Characters
Marc Victor leads the cast as Karne - past, with Erik Jorn Sundquist as General Gregarin and Sierra Goddard as Ruth. Directed by Michael Zaiko Hall; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Michael Zaiko Hall
- Marc Victor as Karne - past
- Erik Jorn Sundquist as General Gregarin
- Sierra Goddard as Ruth
- Jenya Chaplin as Carrie Anne
Also Starring in Carrion
· 5 more- Chloë Caro Laurie
- Nathan Knight Karne - present
- Oliver Caspersen Jonathan
- Kay Coburn Guinevere
- Pasha Newmerzhitzky The Scientist
More from Michael Zaiko Hall
More films directed by Michael Zaiko Hall: Peter Five Eight and Hotel Dunsmuir.
Carrion Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 40/100, strongest in story & flow (55) and weakest in character & emotion (30).
Carrion Echo Score Breakdown
Carrion delivers a fragmented viewing experience that leans heavily toward disappointment. Critics and audiences alike cite unclear direction, weak performances, and a disjointed narrative, while a minority acknowledge occasional visual flair. Its experimental aspirations are undermined by inconsistent pacing and technical mishaps that distract rather than enhance.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
Visually, Carrion presents a mixture of ambitious effects and frequent technical flaws. Reviewers highlight erratic aspect‑ratio shifts, washed‑out color grading, and shaky camera work that diminish the intended atmosphere, though a few note occasional striking composition. Consequently, the film’s art and craft remain uneven and largely unsatisfying.
- Character & Emotion 30
Performance quality across Carrion is broadly criticized for flat delivery and unconvincing portrayals. Numerous reviewers describe wooden line readings, mismatched dubbing, and characters that fail to evoke empathy, while a single positive mention cites a decent lead. Overall, the acting undermines emotional engagement.
- Story & Flow 55
The narrative of Carrion is perceived as confusing and under‑developed by most viewers. Critics point out a sparse, impressionistic plot that oscillates between sci‑fi concepts and vague horror motifs, leading to pacing issues, though some appreciate its originality and lingering intrigue. Ultimately, the story fails to maintain coherent momentum.
- Sensory Experience 50
Auditory and visual cohesion in Carrion is marred by erratic sound design and jarring visual choices. Reviewers describe disorienting foley, inconsistent dubbing, and abrupt aspect‑ratio changes that distract from atmosphere, while a minority commend the film’s occasional vivid cinematography. The net sensory impact remains uneven and often detrimental to immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Viewer inclination to rewatch Carrion is generally low due to its uneven execution. While a subset of audiences found the film’s oddity and visual quirks compelling enough to merit a second viewing, most cite repetitive flaws and limited enjoyment that dissuade repeat engagement. Consequently, its rewatch value is modest at best.
Carrion Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Carrion.
Carrion Also Known As
Also known as “腐尸”.
- Also known as
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- 腐尸
Seen Carrion?
Movies Like Carrion
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Castle of the Creeping Flesh, The Necrophile and Forest of the Damned.
Carrion FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Carrion, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Carrion?
Carrion runs 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).
When was Carrion released?
Carrion was released on March 31, 2020.
Who directed Carrion?
Carrion was directed by Michael Zaiko Hall.
More films by Michael Zaiko Hall Who is in the cast of Carrion?
Carrion stars Marc Victor as Karne - past, Erik Jorn Sundquist as General Gregarin and Sierra Goddard as Ruth, among 9 credited actors.
Does Carrion have a post-credit scene?
No. Carrion has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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