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Goofy prosthetics and campy acting drape moodily over a solid story to produce something odd but watchable. Like a lost X-Files episode with a hot sex scene.
Bleeders
1997Movie89 minEnglish
A man with an unknown disease travels to an island with his girlfriend where his relatives once lived, hoping to find a cure to his illness. Although his relatives were all thought to be dead, he finds them living underground.
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IMDb5.6/10
Director: / Chris Solomon •Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi
Plot Summary
In a future where blood is a commodity, a young man discovers that his own blood has a mysterious healing property. He becomes the target of a ruthless corporation that wants to exploit his unique gift, forcing him to fight for his survival and the freedom of others like him.
Critical Reception
Bleeders is a cult science fiction horror film that garnered a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its unique premise and gritty atmosphere, though some critics found its pacing and execution to be uneven. It has since developed a cult following among fans of independent sci-fi and horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive concept of blood as currency and its dark, futuristic world-building.
- Noted for its blend of science fiction and horror elements, creating a sense of dread and desperation.
- Some reviewers found the acting and special effects to be somewhat dated, impacting the overall viewing experience.
Google audience: Audience reception for Bleeders on Google is not widely documented, but it is generally considered a niche film within the sci-fi horror genre, appealing to viewers who appreciate independent productions with original ideas.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was 'The Vampire Virus' before being changed to 'Bleeders'.
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