“Love Lies Bleeding” is a 2024 romantic thriller helmed by Rose Glass, who co-wrote the screenplay with Weronika Tofilska. The film, collaboration between the UK and the US, features a stellar cast including Kristen Stewart, Katy O’Brian, Jena Malone, Anna Baryshnikov, Dave Franco, and Ed Harris. Set in 1989, it delves into the complex relationship between a withdrawn gym manager with ties to organized crime and an ambitious bodybuilder entangled in a series of murders.
The movie premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2024, followed by a theatrical release in the US by A24 on March 8, 2024, and in the UK by Lionsgate UK on May 3, 2024. Critically acclaimed, “Love Lies Bleeding” garnered positive reviews from critics.
CHARACTERS
- Kristen Stewart portrays Louise “Lou” Langston, a secluded gym manager.
- Katy O’Brian takes on the role of Jaqueline “Jackie” Cleaver, an up-and-coming bodybuilder.
- Jena Malone stars as Bethany “Beth” Langston, Lou’s sister.
- Anna Baryshnikov plays Daisy, a lesbian character deeply infatuated with Lou.
- Dave Franco appears as J.J., Beth’s husband.
- Ed Harris portrays Lou Langston Sr., Lou’s distant father.
STORYLINE
“Love Lies Bleeding” (2024) is a compelling tale exploring the intricate dynamics of love, deceit, and redemption. Set in a charming coastal community, the film intricately weaves the lives of four characters whose destinies are intertwined by hidden truths and duplicity. The narrative commences with the mysterious arrival of Alex, a troubled young man haunted by a shadowy past, seeking sanctuary in the town to escape his inner turmoil. In the embrace of Sarah, a compassionate local artist wrestling with her own emotional scars, Alex discovers a glimmer of hope amidst his darkness. However, their budding connection faces jeopardy with the unexpected return of Jack, Sarah’s charismatic yet manipulative former flame.
As tensions mount, buried secrets emerge, unraveling the delicate tapestry of trust and affection. Alex becomes ensnared in a perilous labyrinth of falsehoods and treachery, compelled to confront his inner demons to shield his loved ones. Meanwhile, Sarah grapples with conflicting emotions, torn between her lingering attachment to Jack and her blossoming feelings for Alex, navigating a landscape fraught with betrayal. As the truth gradually surfaces, alliances are tested, and loyalties are challenged, culminating in a gripping climax that alters their lives irrevocably. Ultimately, “Love Lies Bleeding” explores the transformative force of love and the resilience of the human spirit in adversity, captivating audiences until the closing scene.
