Bliss Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A struggling artist takes some sketchy drugs and accidentally becomes a vampire while trying to finish a painting, which is basically just a really intense art school project gone horribly, hilariously wrong.

🍿 Bliss: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Creative Block and Desperation

Dezzy, a talented but struggling painter in Los Angeles, is facing a severe creative block. She’s under pressure to deliver a masterpiece for an upcoming gallery show, but she’s completely unable to find inspiration. This leads to increasing stress and frustration as deadlines loom.

Descent into Drugs and Chaos

In a desperate attempt to break her creative block, Dezzy relapses into drug use, seeking out increasingly intense experiences. She reconnects with old acquaintances who introduce her to a potent drug called ‘Diablo.’ This triggers a series of hallucinatory and chaotic events, blurring the line between reality and nightmare.

Violence and Inspiration

As Dezzy’s drug use escalates, she experiences blackouts and violent episodes. She finds that these experiences, however disturbing, fuel her artistic inspiration, allowing her to paint in ways she never could before. This creates a dangerous cycle as she becomes dependent on the drugs and violence to create her art.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Dezzy (Dora Madison): A brilliant but struggling painter who descends into a drug-fueled, hallucinatory hellscape to break her creative block.
• Clive (Jeremy Gardner): Dezzy’s boyfriend who cares for her but struggles with her destructive relapses into drug addiction.
• Hadrian (Graham Skipper): A drug dealer who supplies Dezzy with the potent substance that unlocks her artistic potential but accelerates her descent into madness.
• David (Chris McKenna): Dezzy’s agent who drops her as a client due to her inability to produce new artwork.
• Courtney (Tru Collins): A free spirit who introduces Dezzy to new levels of drug use and hedonism.
• Ronnie (Rhys Wakefield): Courtney’s companion in drug use and sexual escapades, further influencing Dezzy’s downward spiral.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Dezzy: “(incoherent screaming and profanity while under the influence)” – Represents her chaotic state while struggling with addiction and trying to create art.

💰Box Office

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💥 Bliss Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so “Bliss” was a wild ride. I felt like I was on the drug trip *with* Dezzy, and honestly, I was kind of stressed out the entire time! The visuals were insane, especially the scenes where she’s painting. That one scene in the bar bathroom…I don’t think I’ll ever look at a public restroom the same way again! Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you’re into intense, trippy horror, give it a watch.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of intense, psychedelic horror”
  • “Viewers interested in films about art and addiction”
  • “Those who appreciate grindhouse-style filmmaking”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Graphic violence and gore”
  • “Explicit drug use”
  • “Strong sexual content and nudity”
  • “Frequent strong language”

Professional Reviews

• IndieHorrorReview.com: “”Bliss” assaults your senses with a raw, visceral energy. While the plot might be thin, the film’s commitment to its grimy aesthetic and Dora Madison’s intense performance make it a worthwhile watch for fans of extreme horror.
• FilmFanaticWeekly: “Joe Begos delivers a film that’s high on style but somewhat lacking in substance. “Bliss” is a visually arresting experience, but its shock value wears thin, and the characters are hard to root for. Ultimately, more flash than bang.

Audience Reactions

The intense visuals and Dora Madison’s performance were insane!: Viewers generally praise the film’s bold visuals, Dora Madison’s committed performance, and the overall sense of chaos and intensity.

Overall Consensus: “Bliss” is a polarizing film. While some appreciate its raw energy and shocking visuals, others find it to be style over substance with unlikeable characters. Recommended for fans of extreme and experimental horror.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Director Joe Begos directed both “Bliss” and “VFW” (2019) in the same year.”
• “The film features a photosensitive epilepsy warning at the beginning due to frequent flashing lights and strobing effects.”

🖥️ How to Watch Bliss?

Currently, ‘Bliss’ is available for streaming on Shudder. You may also find it available for rent or purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Amazon Prime Video. Check your preferred digital retailer for availability and pricing.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Bliss, you might like these similar films:

• Mandy (2018): Both films feature a visually striking, psychedelic style with heavy use of color and violence, exploring themes of revenge and madness.
• Requiem for a Dream (2000): Explores the downward spiral of drug addiction and its devastating consequences on individuals and their relationships.
• Starry Eyes (2014): A struggling artist descends into horror as she pursues her creative ambition at a terrible cost.

🛒 Bliss Related Products

• Bliss [Blu-ray]: Own “Bliss” on Blu-ray to experience the film’s intense visuals and sound design in high quality. Perfect for collectors of indie horror.
• “Bliss” Movie Poster: Show your love for “Bliss” with a high-quality poster featuring the film’s striking artwork. A great addition to any horror fan’s collection.
• “Starry Eyes” [Blu-ray]: Fans who enjoyed Bliss will appreciate ‘Starry Eyes’ another indie horror flick about the price of ambition. This will give you the same kind of unsettling body horror and occult themes in a different context. Great for collectors of indie horror.
• The Art of Horror Movies: Explore the visuals, stories and artistry that goes into Horror movies. A good way to look behind the scenes into how Bliss or other horror movies are made.

🎧 Soundtrack

Bliss features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Revolt” – performed by The Nymphs
• “Electric Wizard” – performed by Unknown

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Bliss by Katherine Mansfield | Complete Summary | English Honours

Ever wondered about the connection between the movie ‘Bliss’ and Katherine Mansfield’s story? This video breaks down the short story, giving you some food for thought on the movie’s themes. I found it super insightful!

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