Stars: José María Guillén, Mariana Karr, Ángel Aranda, Sandra Alberti | Written and Directed by Carlos Puerto

Carlos Puerto’s Satan’s Blood, originally released in 1978, is an eerie and unsettling Spanish horror film that taps into the rising wave of supernatural and occult-themed cinema of the era. Produced by Juan Piquer Simón, the film blends elements of satanic panic, psychological terror, and eroticism, creating a disturbing experience that lingers long after the credits roll. While Satan’s Blood may not be as widely recognized as other European horror classics, it remains an atmospheric and effective shocker that deserves more attention from genre aficionados.

The story follows a young couple, Andrés (José María Guillén) and Ana (Mariana Karr), who encounter an older, seemingly friendly couple, Bruno (Ángel Aranda) and Berta (Sandra Alberti), while on a drive through the countryside. After a chance meeting, Bruno claims to know Andrés from years past and invites...