The Crow (1994) has garnered a dark reputation over the years, largely due to the tragic death of its lead actor, Brandon Lee. During the film’s production, a freak accident involving a faulty prop gun claimed Lee’s life while filming a pivotal scene, eerily mirroring the tragic fate of his father, Bruce Lee.
This devastating incident instantly cast a shadow over the movie, leading many to believe the film was cursed. Fans and conspiracy theorists have pointed out several other unsettling mishaps on set, such as crew injuries, on-set accidents, and even freak weather conditions that plagued the production.
The eerie parallels between the movie’s themes of death and revenge and the real-life tragedy have only fueled the film’s “cursed” label.Beyond Lee’s death, the strange occurrences surrounding The Crow didn’t stop there. Several cast and crew members reportedly experienced bizarre and unexplainable events during and after filming, contributing to the movie’s supernatural reputation.
To this day, many fans believe the film’s gothic and somber tone, combined with the tragic circumstances of its making, lends credence to the idea that something sinister was at play. While some view these incidents as coincidence, others are convinced that the “curse” of The Crow is real, making it one of Hollywood’s most infamous productions.
