First reviews for Love Lies Bleeding, starring Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian, have surfaced online, and most of them have sung praises for the film. Taking place in the 1980s, the movie revolves around the relationship between an ambitious bodybuilder, Jackie (O’Brian), and a reclusive gym manager, Lou (Stewart). Everything seems to be going fine for the ladies until the latter’s crime family starts wreaking havoc on their love story. The more they try to fight, the more they find themselves entangled with the web of Lou’s criminal family. Ed Harris portrays Lou’s deranged father, Lou Sr.
Early reactions to Love Lies Bleeding are mostly positive, with acclaim for Kristen Stewart’s raw and power-packed performance. Critics have praised the film’s intricate, blood-soaked, and powerful lesbian love story. Rose Glass’ second directional feature brilliantly captures the 80s vibes. It serves as an intriguing blend of noir and violence.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Love Lies Bleeding stands at a ‘fresh’ score of 92% based on 155 certified reviews. On the other hand, it maintains a compelling score of 79 on Metacritic based on 47 critic reviews. Apart from Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian, the film stars talents like Ed Harris, Jena Malone, Dave Franco, and Anna Baryshnikov. It is already running in theatres in the United States. In India, it will be released on March 22. Stay tuned for more updates.
Check out some of the early reviews of Kristen Stewart’s Love Lies Bleeding.
‘Love Lies Bleeding’ Review: Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian Electrify in Rose Glass’ Unpredictable Body Horror Thriller https://t.co/v9KZU1bLul
— IndieWire (@IndieWire) March 16, 2024
My favourite thing about LOVE LIES BLEEDING is its depiction of queerness as a superpower. I compare Jackie to the Hulk. Strong emotions make her transform but it’s all fuelled by her love for Lou. Queer romance here holds such strength. Read my review: https://t.co/vPwXbYrnbZ
— Sara Clements (@mildredsfierce) March 15, 2024
Kristen Stewart’s effortlessly cool, likeable performance is a significant reason for Bleeding’s involvement. Stewart, ..., continues embracing her own queer identity...It positions the actress as a deeply sympathetic lead with a solid emotional range https://t.co/wS58AfaIKe
— ChronologicalWater 🎬💦 (@itsOKtobeTimlin) March 16, 2024
REVIEW: ‘Love Lies Bleeding’: Kristen Stewart’s Queer, Sexed-Up Noir Will Rock Your World
— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) March 8, 2024
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#LoveLiesBleeding is a crime thriller that wants you to believe in the full, horrifying power of love. https://t.co/wFrMkIVn1v
— Digital Trends (@DigitalTrends) March 15, 2024