Kicking Blood

It's a breathtaking but somewhat empty waltz through vampirism.

With its breathtaking cinematography and effectively low-key performances, Kicking Blood is marked a unique spirit of slick delirium, where desire and ennui make strange yet effective bedfellows.

Kicking Blood intends to be a “satire” of what we call “serious” vampire films.

Unfortunately Kicking Blood wants to give a soul to its vampires without having a soul of its own. The result is lethal. [Full review in Spanish]

Kicking Blood tries to draw parallels between alcoholism and a vampire's lust for blood, but this boring horror flick fails miserably as a scary movie and as an intended love story.

A movie that takes a unique spin on the vampire genre, bringing a little bit of new to the well loved lore.

The movie is a tale of addiction disguised as a vampire movie. It is not until the final moments that everything comes together, but it does lead to a satisfying conclusion.

"Breathtaking cinematography, a beguiling delivery by lead Alanna Bale, and a to-die-for soundtrack."

Kicking Blood is a thought-provoking, compassionate examination of addiction and imaginative exploration of the human condition.

Far too good not to watch at least once, yet not strong enough to be elevated beyond a casual recommendation.