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Blood-Letting (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 2.5

Blood-Letting poster

Released in 1981, Blood-Letting is a notable film directed by Peter Tscherkassky.

What it’s about. Aderlaß is a youthful attempt to process the inheritance of the Vienna Actionists through the use of a super 8 camera. In front of the camera is a performance from Armin Schmickl Sebastiano (Peter Tcherkassky). A game with light and sound that explodes out of the calm into a delirium of movement and finally returns, after the "blood-letting", to rigidity. (Irene Judmayer)

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Blood-Letting has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blood-Letting page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blood-Letting (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blood-Letting change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blood-Letting worth watching?
Blood-Letting holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Blood-Letting released?
Blood-Letting was released in 1981.