Love Lies Bleeding

Love Lies Bleeding

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 44 m

Language: English

Director: Rose Glass

Echo Score: 76
ActionAdventureCrimeMysteryRomanceThriller

Lou, a reclusive gym manager, finds his life disrupted by a passionate relationship with Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder pursuing her dreams in Las Vegas. Their romance unexpectedly stirs up a violent confrontation with Lou's difficult past and the hidden criminal activities of his family.

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1

Lou's Job at the Gym

Lou works at a gritty gym, where she finds herself performing menial tasks such as unclogging toilets. Her monotonous routine is often interrupted by Daisy, who persistently asks her out on a date.

Local Gym
2

Jackie's Arrival

Jackie arrives in town and quickly engages in a brief romantic liaison with JJ, who connects her to a job at a nearby gun range. This encounter sets off a chain of events that deeply entwines the lives of the characters.

Local Gun Range
3

Struggling for Shelter

After her liaison, Jackie finds herself stranded and seeks refuge under a bridge. Her life becomes a juxtaposition of workouts and solitude, reflecting her struggles and determination.

Under the Bridge
4

Lou's Visit to Beth

Lou visits her sister Beth, who lives in a chaotic environment marked by her husband's abusive behavior. This visit starkly contrasts Lou's life, revealing the darker side of familial ties and responsibilities.

Beth's House
5

Jackie's Job Tour

JJ gives Jackie a tour of the gun range, where she meets its owner, who is also Lou's estranged father. This connection complicates Lou's budding relationship with Jackie, as secrets from their past start to surface.

Gun Range
6

The FBI Inquiry

During a visit to the gym, Lou is approached by two FBI agents questioning her about her estranged father. This encounter adds tension to Lou's already complicated life.

Local Gym
7

Defending Jackie

While conversing outside, Jackie faces unwanted advances from two patrons. Lou rushes to defend her, forcing them inside for safety and deepening the bond between the two women.

Outside the Gym
8

Intimate Moment

Lou introduces Jackie to steroids, leading them into a transformative moment that escalates into a passionate encounter at Lou's apartment. This marks a turning point in their relationship, intertwining love and dependency.

Lou's Apartment
9

The Confrontation with JJ

An awkward double date reveals Beth's injuries, prompting Lou to confront JJ in a tense bathroom scene. This confrontation heightens tensions and reveals the abusive dynamics at play.

Bathroom
10

Beth's Hospitalization

Lou learns that Beth has been hospitalized due to severe injuries inflicted by JJ. This news pushes Lou to the brink, igniting a fire of anger in both her and Jackie as they plot their revenge.

Hospital
11

The Body Disposal

Lou discovers Jackie in a catatonic state beside JJ's body after a violent incident. Together, they dispose of JJ's body by pushing his car into a gorge, a grim act that binds them in a shared secret.

Gorge
12

Jackie's Competition

Despite the chaos, Jackie enters a bodybuilding competition in Vegas. However, the pressure and steroids fuel a violent outburst on stage, resulting in her arrest, signifying her downward spiral.

Vegas
13

Final Confrontation with Lou Sr.

Lou faces the harsh reality of their actions when her father, Lou Sr., confronts her. He reveals the destructive consequences of their choices, forcing Lou to navigate a web of deceit and violence to protect herself and Jackie.

Lou Sr.'s Location
14

Departure into the Desert

Lou makes a pivotal decision to leave her past behind, escaping the turmoil with Jackie. As they drive off into the desert, they confront one last betrayal from Daisy, solidifying their commitment to each other.

Desert
15

A Striking Conclusion

In a final act of desperation, Lou alters their fates forever, encapsulating their tumultuous journey. This moment signifies the depth of their bond, forged through shared pain and transformation.

Last Updated: October 24, 2024 at 08:50

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