Bloodstained Memoirs
Bloodstained Memoirs

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Bloodstained Memoirs

2009
Movie
115 min
English

Bloodstained Memoirs is a professional wrestling documentary released in 2009. It is compiled by interviews featuring wrestlers synonymous with different eras in wrestling ('70s, '80s, '90s, and '00s) and different wrestling regions (USA, Canada, Japan, and Mexico). Production was filmed in the UK, USA, France, Japan, and Italy.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Laurence LamersGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

Bloodstained Memoirs is a documentary film that delves into the life and career of the enigmatic singer-songwriter Margo Guryan, renowned for her sole album 'Take a Picture'. The film explores her reclusive nature, her unexpected rise to cult status decades after her initial release, and the enduring impact of her unique musical style.

Critical Reception

Bloodstained Memoirs received positive reviews, with critics praising its intimate portrayal of Margo Guryan and its exploration of cult followings in music. The documentary was commended for shedding light on an artist who largely remained out of the public eye for many years.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and insightful look at a reclusive artist.

  • Applauded for uncovering the story behind a cult musical phenomenon.

  • Considered a compelling watch for fans of folk music and hidden gems.

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Fun Fact

Margo Guryan's album 'Take a Picture' was initially released in 1968 with very little fanfare and sold only a few hundred copies, yet it gained a devoted following years later through rare record collectors and online communities.

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