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Evan values family above all else, and anyone who gets between him, his wife, and newborn son learns that the hard way. But when it comes to violent tendencies, it seems the apple doesn't fa... Read allEvan values family above all else, and anyone who gets between him, his wife, and newborn son learns that the hard way. But when it comes to violent tendencies, it seems the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.Evan values family above all else, and anyone who gets between him, his wife, and newborn son learns that the hard way. But when it comes to violent tendencies, it seems the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
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- 1 nomination total
Raymond Cham Jr.
- Chris
- (as Raymond Cham Jr)
Cassandra Killian
- Young Marie
- (as Cassandra Ballard)
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If you're a fan of Dexter, then you might just enjoy this film about a counsellor who takes it upon himself to dish out retribution and justice as he sees fit.
It's not a bad watch, it's very graphic and brutal, but despite the shocking scenes it's just a little bit lifeless at times, almost dull, I'd put that down to some of the characters, who at times feel a little flat.
Seann William Scott does a fine job as Evan, he's very strong, if totally dead pan.
I wouldn't want to sit through it again, but it filled a gap, 6/10.
It's not a bad watch, it's very graphic and brutal, but despite the shocking scenes it's just a little bit lifeless at times, almost dull, I'd put that down to some of the characters, who at times feel a little flat.
Seann William Scott does a fine job as Evan, he's very strong, if totally dead pan.
I wouldn't want to sit through it again, but it filled a gap, 6/10.
When I saw the Blumhouse logo I knew it would be worth watching. I wasn't disappointed.
"Bloodline" has a good performance by the underrated Seann William Scott as a guy kind of like Dexter who kills child abusers rather than serial killers. He's a kind of psychopath who has no problem in offing anyone who mistreats children, making him a serial killer you kind of root for.
The movie convinces you it's going to be something different with graphic nudity in the opening scene, which is something that is actually a lot more rare in American movies than the graphic violence this movie also has in spades. It also features a surprisingly gratuitous childbirth scene.
By the end I was a bit let down, though. The movie doesn't really give you anything to think about when it's over, and doesn't do anything very different, though it does have one or two unexpected twists.
The movie convinces you it's going to be something different with graphic nudity in the opening scene, which is something that is actually a lot more rare in American movies than the graphic violence this movie also has in spades. It also features a surprisingly gratuitous childbirth scene.
By the end I was a bit let down, though. The movie doesn't really give you anything to think about when it's over, and doesn't do anything very different, though it does have one or two unexpected twists.
Seann William Scott was my favourite actor growing up. I was bordering on obsessed with his portrayal of 'Stifler' in the 'American Pie' movies. And even though he didn't have a major role in it, he was in 'Final Destination' one of my favourite movies when I was younger. After that though he's never really been able to find another role that suited him so perfectly. I think he was so damned good as 'Stifler' that even now, 20 years later, he is still type-cast. I guess it was only a matter of time before he turned to a more serious role, and let me tell you, it wasn't half bad.
'Bloodline' makes it very clear very early on that this film is not afraid to go to some dark and shocking places. One of the things the audience is forced to watch in graphic detail early on will stick with me for a while. This continues throughout the film, mostly in the form of excessive violence. I really enjoyed that side of things. To me it showed the passion this character had in regards to what he was doing.
Something the movie does very well is show just how tough having a newborn baby is. In fact I thought to myself during the movie that the true horror story here is actually what they're having to deal with in terms of the baby. Something else I noticed in certain scenes is that Scott is capable of possessing incredibly intense eyes. The stares he gives at certain moments are quite captivating to watch.
There's a lot to like about 'Bloodline' but the biggest concern I'd suggest is the film lacks in conflict a little, especially though the first half. When you look back on it everything went a little too smoothly, and even when the film sets itself up with something hanging out the back of a trunk, it doesn't come to anything. The second half of the film becomes more aware of this and puts it right however.
I would recommend not reading th IMDb synopsis if you haven't already. I'm not sure why they phrased it that way but it is very poor and should be removed. 'Bloodline' is a dark, twisty and shocking horror movie where you never know what is going to happen next. Scott puts his heart and soul into his performance and never phones it in and the result is a very good film that I would highly recommend watching.
'Bloodline' makes it very clear very early on that this film is not afraid to go to some dark and shocking places. One of the things the audience is forced to watch in graphic detail early on will stick with me for a while. This continues throughout the film, mostly in the form of excessive violence. I really enjoyed that side of things. To me it showed the passion this character had in regards to what he was doing.
Something the movie does very well is show just how tough having a newborn baby is. In fact I thought to myself during the movie that the true horror story here is actually what they're having to deal with in terms of the baby. Something else I noticed in certain scenes is that Scott is capable of possessing incredibly intense eyes. The stares he gives at certain moments are quite captivating to watch.
There's a lot to like about 'Bloodline' but the biggest concern I'd suggest is the film lacks in conflict a little, especially though the first half. When you look back on it everything went a little too smoothly, and even when the film sets itself up with something hanging out the back of a trunk, it doesn't come to anything. The second half of the film becomes more aware of this and puts it right however.
I would recommend not reading th IMDb synopsis if you haven't already. I'm not sure why they phrased it that way but it is very poor and should be removed. 'Bloodline' is a dark, twisty and shocking horror movie where you never know what is going to happen next. Scott puts his heart and soul into his performance and never phones it in and the result is a very good film that I would highly recommend watching.
Bloodline contains some scenes which, even as a hardened horror fan, are somewhat shocking. If you've seen Maniac (2012), then be prepared for another mainstream actor to surprise you with his dark choice of movie.
Seann William "Stiffmeister" Scott plays a cold and brooding father whose recently new born baby, and the reptitive sleepless nights, awakens his need to kill. But how long can his nocturnal activities go un-noticed by his family ... ?
The movie has strong performances throughout and a twist or two to spice up a simple plot. An exceedingly dry undercurrent of dark humour complements the violent kill sequences, not entirely unlike TV's Dexter, but never interferes with the edgy mood in this slick, dark gem.
I saw the NC-17 version at FrightFest and have heard that this version is not the one going to be screened in US theatres.
Seann William "Stiffmeister" Scott plays a cold and brooding father whose recently new born baby, and the reptitive sleepless nights, awakens his need to kill. But how long can his nocturnal activities go un-noticed by his family ... ?
The movie has strong performances throughout and a twist or two to spice up a simple plot. An exceedingly dry undercurrent of dark humour complements the violent kill sequences, not entirely unlike TV's Dexter, but never interferes with the edgy mood in this slick, dark gem.
I saw the NC-17 version at FrightFest and have heard that this version is not the one going to be screened in US theatres.
Did you know
- TriviaSeann William Scott's first leading role in a horror feature film. He had a supporting role in Destination finale (2000) 19 years earlier.
- GoofsAt the end of the film after Lauren kills Chris, she puts the gun in his right hand to make it look like a suicide. She shot him on the left side under his chin, therefore the gun should've been placed in his left hand. This would raise the suspicion of any detective, and ultimately lead to a murder investigation. Of course, being an experience killer, Evan may have corrected this before leaving the body.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Conan: Seann William Scott/Jena Friedman (2019)
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- Gross worldwide
- $36,725
- Runtime
- 1h 37m(97 min)
- Color
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- 2:1
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