Flesh and Blood
Flesh and Blood

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Flesh and Blood

2016
Movie
18 min
English

Seeking a refuge that may or may not exist, Max and her small family struggle to survive a desperate journey through the vast swath of apocalyptic infection that has destroyed their world.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Robert S. BlackGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

After a brutal attack leaves her with amnesia, a woman struggles to piece together her identity and the events leading up to the assault. As fragments of memory return, she begins to suspect that the people closest to her might be hiding dangerous secrets. With her life in peril, she must confront the truth before it consumes her entirely.

Critical Reception

Flesh and Blood received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Taryn Manning, the film struggled to deliver a compelling thriller narrative. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding it a watchable, if unoriginal, suspense film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that offers few surprises.

  • Performances, especially from the lead, provide some engaging moments.

  • The pacing is inconsistent, detracting from the overall suspense.

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Fun Fact

While marketed as a thriller, the film also incorporates elements of psychological drama, focusing on the protagonist's internal struggle with her fractured memory and the potential betrayal of those around her.

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