Added to Paramount+ on Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 A ruthless oilman rises to power in early 20th-century California, driven by ambition, greed, and conflict. His pursuit of wealth and control brings him into a tense struggle with a local preacher, as his relationship with his adopted son unravels amidst lies, violence, and moral decay.
Length: 2h 38m
Genre: Drama, Historical, Epic
This Title is: Dark, Intense, Violent
Stream There Will Be Blood on Paramount+
Cast
Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Kevin J. O’Connor, Ciarán Hinds, Dillon Freasier
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Strong violence, language, and thematic content
Trivia
- Daniel Day-Lewis won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Daniel Plainview.
- The movie is loosely based on the 1927 novel “Oil!” by Upton Sinclair.
- The famous “I drink your milkshake!” line is based on real-life testimony from a 1924 congressional hearing on oil tycoons.
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Our Review
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There Will Be Blood offers a masterclass in acting and visual storytelling, particularly thanks to Daniel Day-Lewis’ mesmerizing performance. The intense atmosphere is complemented by striking cinematography and a haunting score. The themes of power and obsession make for an unforgettable viewing experience, leaving a lasting impression with its brutal portrayal of greed and its consequences.
