Blood and Water
Blood and Water

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Blood and Water

2015
Movie
13 min
English

Flo is a 22-year-old student in New York. Living for the moment she's attracted to the neon dive bars of the East Village and the women she often picks up there. When she falls for one of her professors her world is turned on its head. Recognizing that this woman defies her usual fleeting instincts Flo puts herself on the line, risking everything for the potential of a deeper human connection.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Måns MårlindGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A retired detective, suffering from PTSD after a difficult case, is drawn back into the world of crime when a young woman he feels responsible for goes missing. His investigation unearths a dark conspiracy that forces him to confront his own demons and the unforgiving consequences of his past actions. As the truth unravels, he must race against time to save her and find redemption.

Critical Reception

Blood and Water received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and the lead actor's performance. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally appreciated the suspenseful nature of the film, though its bleak tone was not for everyone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, gritty atmosphere and suspenseful plot.

  • Andrew Buchan's performance as the troubled detective was a highlight.

  • Some reviewers found the narrative overly complex and difficult to follow at times.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment in related forums suggests appreciation for the thriller elements and a more divided opinion on the film's overall coherence.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the Swedish city of Gothenburg, adding to its cold and moody aesthetic.

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