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Though most do not watch Mario Bava films for their tightly constructed plots, this film still provided much of the inspiration for the first two FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH films, as well as some of the actual scenes. The plot hinges on a bunch of murderous relatives who are all competing for position to inherit the estate of the .. Read more
| Starring | Claudine Auger, Luigi Pistilli, Claudio Volonte, Brigitte Skay |
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| Director | Mario Bava |
| Genres | Horror, Thriller, World Cinema |
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Though most do not watch Mario Bava films for their tightly constructed plots, this film still provided much of the inspiration for the first two FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH films, as well as some of the actual scenes. The plot hinges on a bunch of murderous relatives who are all competing for position to inherit the estate of the matron of the family, which is mainly the bayside resort at which they are staying. However, a gaggle of teens show up and see a bit too much and, well, it becomes the BAY OF BLOOD...
| Starring | Claudine Auger, Luigi Pistilli, Claudio Volonte, Brigitte Skay |
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| Director | Mario Bava |
| Studio | FILM 2000 |
| Original title | Reazione a catena |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 20 mins Blu-ray: 1 hr 20 mins LOVEFiLM Instant: 1 hr 20 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Horror, Thriller, World Cinema |
| Language | DVD: English Blu-ray: English LOVEFiLM Instant: English |
| Released | Production year: 1971 To Watch Online: LOVEFiLM Instant: 07 Jun 2011 To Rent: DVD: 22 Jul 2002 Blu-ray: 20 Dec 2010 |
| Watch now | Included in all packages with LOVEFiLM Instant. Subscribe. |
There's not much narrative in this movie, which is more an exercise in thinking up inventive ways for people to die, with each victim killed by a different means. It is original, in that there are multiple killers at work, as each murderer becomes a victi
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poor transfer
the picture quality is of vhs standard,looks just like the redemption video release,no extras to speak of.this is a seminal film,not bavas best by any means,but... read more »
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Friday the 13th this aint.
I find that I either love or really dislike films Directed by Mario Bava. This one, I dislike. Nothing much happens for long periods of time, drawn out by ... read more »
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Strange but entertaining slasher
A bizarre but entertaining slasher with a ridiculously convoluted plot about various characters scheming and double crossing others. For gore fans, there are ... read more »
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A Bay Of Boredom...
Mario Bava's reputation precedes him as an innovator of modern horror styles, but unless you are an avid fan of his i would stay clear of this one. The film... read more »