A ruthless inheritance battle drenches a tranquil bay in blood and betrayal.
A BAY OF BLOOD
They came to play, they stayed to die.
A Bay of Blood is a 1971 Italian horror, mystery, and thriller film directed by Mario Bava about a countess's murder triggering a series of brutal killings as various characters vie for control of her bay estate.
- Director
- Mario Bava
- Writers
- Giuseppe Zaccariello, Gene Luotto, Mario Bava, Dardano Sacchetti, Filippo Ottoni, Gianfranco Barberi
- Release
- 1971
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Country
- Italy
- Language
- Italian
- Also Known As
- Twitch of the Death Nerve, Carnage, Zátoka krve, Reazione a catena, O Sexo na Sua Forma Mais Violenta, Banho de Sangue, Original title: Ecologia del delitto
Overview
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Alberto and Renata eliminate their rivals to secure the inheritance, only to be shot dead by their son, who mistakes a shotgun for a toy.
Why Cult
A Bay of Blood is a prime example of the giallo genre, mixing stylish visuals with lurid violence and a twist-laden plot.
From billhooks to spears, the inventive kills are both shocking and influential in the slasher canon.
The fight over a scenic bay estate quickly turns into a cutthroat—and literal—battle for survival.
Director Mario Bava brings his signature blend of suspense, visual flair, and dark humor to a tale of greed and murder.
Threat File
Countess Donati's murder for her estate
Ruthless killers vying for inheritance
A chain of brutal murders around the bay
Bayside mansion and surrounding estate
Cast & Crew
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Trailers & Clips
Questions from the Vault
What is A Bay of Blood about? +
A Bay of Blood follows a series of brutal murders triggered by the killing of a wealthy countess, as various people scheme to gain control of her bay estate.
Who directed A Bay of Blood? +
A Bay of Blood was directed by Mario Bava.
How long is A Bay of Blood? +
A Bay of Blood has a runtime of 84 minutes.
What genre is A Bay of Blood? +
A Bay of Blood is a horror, mystery, and thriller film.
When was A Bay of Blood released? +
A Bay of Blood was released in 1971.
How do greed and inheritance drive the body count in A Bay of Blood? +
The murder of the countess for her estate sets off a chain reaction, with multiple characters—including family members and outsiders—resorting to violence to claim the bay property.