Kristen Stewart is back on the big screen on the neo-noir romantic thriller “Love Lies Bleeding.” The film, which also stars Katy O’Brian, arrived in theaters on March 8th, and it has received positive reviews by critics. However, you might be wondering where and when it will be available to watch at home.
Distributed by A24, the film will arrive on Max later this year after the licensing agreement with Warner Bros. that started in December of last year. Both companies signed a multi-year Pay One deal which will permit HBO, Max and Cinemax to have the entire A24 library, which includes recent titles such as Priscilla, The Whale or The Iron Claw.
However, the “when” will depend on its theatrical run. Typically, studios wait at least 31 to 45 days to release a movie on digital, and around three or four months after its premiere to arrive on streaming platforms.
‘Love Lies Bleeding’ is receiving positive reviews
Rose Glass, who made a splash with her psychological horror thriller Saint Maud, directs the film. Meanwhile, the cast includes names such as Jena Malone, Ed Harris, Anna Baryshnikov, and Dave Franco.
“Love Lies Bleeding” is set in the 1980s and follows Lou (Stewart), a shy gym manager who falls in love with Jackie (O’Brian), a bodybuilder. While the pair connect almost immediately, their relationship will be put to test as they travel to Las Vegas for a bodybuilding competition and Lou’s criminal family chases them.
The film is receiving praise for its unapologetic approach to relationships, intimacy, as well as its heavy depiction of violence. Speaking to USA Today, Glass said she wasn’t interested in doing a “tasteful lesbian period drama,” as she was looking to “do something that’s a bit hornier and more visceral.”
And the approach has paid off. With a 91% of approval on Rotten Tomatoes of 115 critics’ reviews, the movie has proved to be one of the best releases so far. Critics were especially moved by the leads’ performances, as well as Glass’ direction.
