Cast
View AllJane Linter
as Jennie
Joseph Peters
as Jay Preston
Chris Plume
as Manager
Joyce Gray
as Hooker
Janet Allen
as Mother
William Ridoutt
as Father
Paul Ashe
as Boyfriend
Bill French
as Brother
Aiden James
as Jimmy
Burnell Tucker
as Tourist
Maggie Ann Lowe
as Tourist
Julian Richard
as Gas Pump Boy
Patrick Gee
as Youth
J. Deacon
as Youth
Crew
Director
- Lindsay Shonteff
Writer
- Don Colville
Producer
- Chris Plume
- Lindsay Shonteff
- Elizabeth Gray
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Drama/Horror/Crime film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Lipstick and Blood presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Lindsay Shonteff brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1984, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Lipstick and Blood took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 469 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 2143 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1984, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 1984
- Runtime: 1h 25m