Dark Blood movie poster

Dark Blood

September 27, 2012 1h 26m 5.8/10 (24 votes)

Originally released in 2012. Dark Blood is a thriller film. directed by George Sluizer. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring River Phoenix, Judy Davis, and Jonathan Pryce

Synopsis

Filmed in 1993 but never completed due to River Phoenix's death, Dark Blood tells the story of Boy, a young widower living on a nuclear testing site in the desert. Boy is waiting for the end of the world and carves Katchina dolls that supposedly contain magical powers. Boy's solitude is interrupted when a Hollywood jet-set couple who are travelling across the desert become stranded after their car breaks down. The couple are rescued by Boy, who then holds them prisoner because of his desire for the woman and his ambition to create a better world with her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 27, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (24 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Scala Productions
  • Fine Line Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dark Blood about?

Filmed in 1993 but never completed due to River Phoenix's death, Dark Blood tells the story of Boy, a young widower living on a nuclear testing site in the desert. Boy is waiting for the end of the...

Who directed Dark Blood?

Dark Blood was directed by George Sluizer.

How long is Dark Blood?

Dark Blood has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Dark Blood released?

Dark Blood was released on September 27, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dark Blood?

The main cast of Dark Blood includes River Phoenix, Judy Davis, Jonathan Pryce, Karen Black, T. Dan Hopkins.