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When Black Birds Fly
The newest animated film from the creators of Where the Dead Go to Die
2016·1h 46m·★ 4.7
A charismatic leader named Caine demands obedience from the citizens of a town named "Heaven". The town is at peace until two children break his greatest rule: Never venture beyond the town's walls.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A darker pick built around atmosphere, unease, or sustained tension rather than a purely casual watch.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers specifically looking for a more unsettling or intense night.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 46m
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