Bad Blood (VHS, 1981) – New Zealand True Crime Thriller
Based on one of New Zealand’s most infamous real-life murder cases, Bad Blood dramatizes the shocking Bain family killings with a stark, slow-burn intensity. Directed by Mike Newell, the film leans into psychological tension rather than sensationalism, capturing the isolation, paranoia, and unraveling that led to a brutal crime. Gritty and atmospheric, it’s a standout early-’80s true crime thriller with a distinctly Kiwi edge.
