Is Blood & Oil Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2019)

📖 The Core Premise

Blood & Oil returns to the screen in 2019, bringing a fresh narrative to the Action, Thriller genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "A small village in Nigeria without drinkable water, sustainable farming and fishing has one resource: oil. This story is based on true events; the violent havoc that ensued between the militants and government due to the oil corporations' greed, which had a ripple effect throughout the global oil industry."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Blood & Oil, even the presence of William R. Moses struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Action. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Blood & Oil worth your time? If you appreciate Action, Thriller films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Blood & Oil misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 93 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.