Bathory: Countess of Blood

Bathory: Countess of Blood

2008 · 141 min · EN · R · 5.5 (84 votes)
Dir. Juraj Jakubisko · Starring Anna Friel, Karel Roden, Vincent Regan, Hans Matheson, Deana Horváthová, Franco Nero · Music Simon Boswell
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Bathory is based on the legends surrounding the life and deeds of Countess Elizabeth Bathory known as the greatest murderess in the history of mankind. Contrary to popular belief, Elizabeth Bathory was a modern Renaissance woman who ultimately fell victim to men’s aspirations for power and wealth.

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A lavishly dark descent into a legendary countess's world. It's a visually stunning, often brutal exploration of power, desire, and the corrupting influence of extreme wealth. Expect opulent visuals and a somber, unflinching tone.

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