The Aura

AroView: A taxidermist indulges his criminal fantasies in this brooding, atmospheric wilderness thriller from the late dir. of NINE QUEENS.

Unfolding as a weekend hunting trip-turned-casino heist with a touch of metaphysical reflection (brought upon by the protagonist’s surreal bouts of epilepsy), haunting, understated visuals partner a classic crime caper that heads in new and unexpected directions. As a deliberately pensive variation on genre, this will prove refreshing for proponents of stillness and filmmaking restraint.

[NZ International Film Festival 2006]

★★★★★ “Truly exceptional & unusual film - moving & gripping. One of the best of the last decade. Better than good!” ~ Sandy, Aro User Review