I'm not a professional so don't take my word to the dot but this is what I think...
1) The grain is way too much and has turned to noise..
2) Although the mood is alright.. I think its too dark, wrong f-stop or shutter speed or both.
3) B/W is beautiful but the colours are all blend together is some areas and in most black stands out way too strongly therefore erasing the little details a great deal
As someone else stated: it's all about personal preference. I love the concept, the angle and the black and white. The lighting looks very mysterious and the negative space is something I always like. I like the reflection on the wood and the border which makes the darker colors even more strong and the entire photo more 'one'.
But yeah, the grain is a little too much for my likings, but all in all, it's a great shot
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Very gloomy. Seems like the shot before the storm!