Of One Blood
Of One Blood

Movie spotlight

Of One Blood

2012
Movie
82 min
English

Music plays a great part in the movie, with a soundtrack of original music by Ronee Blakely in her first film as a director, which she also co-stars in with her daughter.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: Michael BaumgartenGenres: Drama, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, newly graduated from college, goes on a mission trip to Africa to help build a school. During her time there, she falls in love with a local doctor. However, her experience takes a dark turn when she uncovers a disturbing secret about the community and finds herself in grave danger.

Critical Reception

Reviews for 'Of One Blood' are scarce, with limited critical analysis available. General audience reception suggests a mixed to negative response, with some finding the themes compelling but criticizing the execution and pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to blend social commentary with horror elements, but often struggles to balance the two effectively.

  • Performances are sometimes highlighted as a redeeming quality, particularly the lead actress.

  • The plot's darker turns and suspenseful moments are noted, but the overall impact is often diluted by predictable plot points.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Kenya, aiming for an authentic backdrop to its narrative.

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