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Girl Blood Sport: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion

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Girl Blood Sport is a 1983 martial arts exploitation film directed by Robert Radler and starring Lainie Kazan, Roberta Vasquez, and Richard Norton. The film follows a group of women who are forced to fight to the death in a gladiatorial arena. Girl Blood Sport is a cult classic among fans of exploitation cinema and martial arts films.

Girl Blood Sport: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion

by Kelcey Coe

5 out of 5

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This official illustrated movie companion provides an in-depth look at the making of Girl Blood Sport. The book features exclusive interviews with the cast and crew, behind-the-scenes photos, and rare artwork. This companion is a must-have for fans of the film and anyone interested in the history of exploitation cinema.

The Making of Girl Blood Sport

The idea for Girl Blood Sport came to Robert Radler after he saw a documentary about female gladiators. Radler was fascinated by the idea of women fighting to the death and decided to make a film about it. He wrote the script with his wife, Lisa Tomei, and they began casting the film.

Radler cast Lainie Kazan in the lead role of Marian, the leader of the gladiators. Kazan had previously starred in such films as The Producers and My Cousin Vinny. He also cast Roberta Vasquez, who had appeared in the martial arts film The Octagon, as the villainous Katrina. Richard Norton, who had starred in the martial arts film Enter the Dragon, was cast as the gladiators' trainer.

Filming for Girl Blood Sport began in 1982. The film was shot on location in the Philippines. The cast and crew endured difficult conditions, including extreme heat and humidity. However, they were all committed to making a great film.

Girl Blood Sport was released in 1983 and became a cult classic. The film was praised for its action sequences, feminist themes, and strong performances. Girl Blood Sport has been re-released on DVD and Blu-ray several times and remains popular with fans of exploitation cinema.

The Cast and Crew of Girl Blood Sport

The cast of Girl Blood Sport includes:

Lainie Kazan as Marian
Roberta Vasquez as Katrina
Richard Norton as The Trainer
Michael Norris as Paul
Nancy Kwan as The Madam
Hope Clarke as The Nurse

The crew of Girl Blood Sport includes:

Robert Radler - Director
Lisa Tomei - Producer
David Worth - Cinematographer
Joseph Conlan - Editor
Jim Wynorski - Special Effects

The Legacy of Girl Blood Sport

Girl Blood Sport is a cult classic among fans of exploitation cinema and martial arts films. The film is praised for its action sequences, feminist themes, and strong performances. Girl Blood Sport has been re-released on DVD and Blu-ray several times and remains popular with fans of exploitation cinema.

The film has also been cited as an influence on other films, such as Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill and Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers. Girl Blood Sport is a testament to the power of exploitation cinema and its ability to entertain and provoke.

Girl Blood Sport is an essential film for fans of exploitation cinema and martial arts films. The film is a well-made and entertaining film that is sure to please fans of both genres. This official illustrated movie companion provides an in-depth look at the making of the film and is a must-have for fans of Girl Blood Sport.

Girl Blood Sport: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion

by Kelcey Coe

5 out of 5