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4.8 / 10(24 votes)IMDbR19821h 29mUnited States of America

Blood Song

“When he whistles this tune... The time for killing begins.”

Synopsis

A psychopath escapes from a mental institution and starts a murder spree, which ends in the pursuing of a young handicapped girl, who once got a blood transfusion from him.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-20

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 1, 1982

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

September 1, 1986

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Alan J. Levi
Screenplay & Story
Lenny Montana, Frank Avianca, James Fargo
Original Score
Robert J. Walsh
Original Title
Blood Song
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Production Studios
Mountain High Enterprises, Allstate Film Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Alan J. Levi

Screenplay & Story

Lenny Montana, Frank Avianca, James Fargo, George Hart, Joseph M. Shink

Original Score & Music

Robert J. Walsh

Director of Photography

Stephen L. Posey, Irv Goodnoff

Film Editing

Ann E. Mills

Producers

Lenny Montana, Frank Avianca, Stephan B. Sofro, Len Turner

Department Leadership Roster

Alan J. Levi

Alan J. Levi

Director

Lenny Montana

Lenny Montana

Screenplay

Lenny Montana

Lenny Montana

Producer

Frank Avianca

Screenplay

James Fargo

James Fargo

Screenplay

Frank Avianca

Producer

Stephen L. Posey

Director of Photography

Ann E. Mills

Editor

Roydon Clark

Stunt Coordinator

Helen Kinsey

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Blood Song.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blood Song

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Blood Song about?

A psychopath escapes from a mental institution and starts a murder spree, which ends in the pursuing of a young handicapped girl, who once got a blood transfusion from him.

Who directed Blood Song?

Blood Song was directed by Alan J. Levi.

Who stars in Blood Song?

The principal cast of Blood Song includes Donna Wilkes, Richard Jaeckel, Antoinette Bower, Dane Clark, Lenny Montana.

When was Blood Song released and how long is it?

Blood Song was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.

Who composed the musical score for Blood Song?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Blood Song was composed by Robert J. Walsh.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Blood Song?

Blood Song holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).