Black and Blue
“The S&M film that hurts!”
Synopsis
A study of sadomasochism in 1970s homosexual society.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom DeSimone
- Original Title
- Black and Blue
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom DeSimone
Department Leadership Roster
Tom DeSimone
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black and Blue
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black and Blue about?
A study of sadomasochism in 1970s homosexual society.
Who directed Black and Blue?
Black and Blue was directed by Tom DeSimone.
Who stars in Black and Blue?
The principal cast of Black and Blue includes Bill Harrison.
When was Black and Blue released and how long is it?
Black and Blue was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Black and Blue?
Black and Blue holds official age classifications: US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).