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6.1/10 • 62

1979-09-281h 35m

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This ancient Evil is now a modern industry.

The descendant of Elizabeth Bathory is abducted by a cult of self-proclaimed supermen who achieve this state of superiority by drinking from the "blood cows" kept at the "dairy farm", and they try to get her to join them.

Directors
Rod Hardy
Editors
Philip Reid

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Chantal Contouri

    Chantal Contouri

    Kate Davis

  2. Max Phipps

    Max Phipps

    Mr. Hodge

  3. David Hemmings

    David Hemmings

    Dr. Fraser

  4. Henry Silva

    Henry Silva

    Dr. Gauss

  5. Robert Thompson

    Robert Thompson

    Sean

  6. Rod Mullinar

    Rod Mullinar

    Derek

  7. Rosie Sturgess

    Rosie Sturgess

    Lori

  8. Walter Pym

    Walter Pym

    Ditcher

  9. Amanda Muggleton

    Amanda Muggleton

    Martha

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Tiffany Lynn

Jan 9, 2017

7/10

This late seventies vampire film from Australia would fit nicely on the shelf with my Hammer horror and Italian favourites. Hell, I could picture Barbara Steele in the role of Kate Davis, though Chantal Contouri does a fine job indeed. I wonder why her filmography is so empty? Thirst, especially at the time of it's release in 1979, had a more unique view of vampires. From their farming of humans (to be sure that the blood is pure) to the false fangs they put in the drink blood, these weren't vamps that hid in the shadows, seducing victims to drain. When a descendant of Elizabeth Bathory is discovered, they psychologically torture the woman into joining the Brotherhood and strengthening the bloodline. Ultimately, she must make the choice of her own free will. Not quite a slow-burner, not quite action-packed, Thirst has enough to keep the interest of genre fans though casual viewers may wish to shy away. As for myself, I'll definitely be buying the Blu-Ray next time I make an Amazon purchase.

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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