22/21
He must use all of his street smarts to survive
Scenario
A small-time crook driving through the New Mexico desert becomes the target of a psychopathic small-town sheriff who sees his badge as a license to prey on vulnerable young women.
From the moment I saw Blood Star advertised at Grimfest 2024, I couldn’t wait to see it… and I have to say, it did not disappoint
Its pacing and tone remind me of some of the great thrillers and horrors of the past, but with a fresh perspective that keeps them relevant to modern audiences.
Our protagonist (Britni Camacho) is being extorted by the sinister Sheriff (John Schwab) in what becomes a nail-biter and thrilling cat-and-mouse chase
Filmed in the vastness of the New Mexico desert, the shots, despite feeling creepy and desolate, are absolutely beautiful to look at.
A debut film wrapped in social relevance, art and bold cinema
What stands out the most for me, however, is the craftsmanship that the film’s director, Lawrence Jacomelli, brings to his feature.
A must see!
I can’t wait to see what he produces next.