Carlos Puerto, a Spanish director and writer, made his mark in the late 1970s with Satan's Blood (1978), where he served as both director and writer. This film delves into the unsettling themes of desire and the occult, showcasing Puerto's ability to weave complex narratives that resonate within the cult cinema landscape. His work in Satan's Blood exemplifies the era's fascination with horror and eroticism, solidifying his place in the genre's history.
Satan's Blood
Andy and Thelma, an urbanite couple living in Madrid, leave their apartment for a pleasant day around the city with their dog. They cross paths with Bruno and Anne, a strange couple who invite them to their foreboding country estate. A storm hits that evening and the two stay overnight. The couples engage in a bit of harmless communication with spirits via ouija board, but soon past conflicts arise Thelma had an affair with Andy's brother, and Anne criticizes Bruno over his attempted suicide. This is only the beginning of all the horrors that will haunt them in the house.
