This is Reel Buzzed, a ForReel Original Video Series featuring short takes on movies with a side of whiskey. Hosted by Thomas Stoneham-Judge, this series will offer bite size movie reviews on some of the newest and most popular films.

The film being reviewed today: Love Lies Bleeding

From Director Rose Glass comes an electric new love story; reclusive gym manager Lou falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder headed through town to Vegas in pursuit of her dream. But their love ignites violence, pulling them deep into the web of Lou's criminal family. - Rotten Tomatoes

For this episode, Thomas pairs his review with something strong, Old Forester 100 Proof.

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Music featured in this video include the tracks "Tokyo Nights" and " Firestorm" by BRASKO, licensed through Soundstripe.

Clips and images from the film Love Lies Bleeding courtesy of A24

Motion animation graphics designed by Thomas Stoneham-Judge.