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Murder in a Blue World (1973): Cast

Murder in a Blue World (1973) movie poster

Murder in a Blue World is a 1973 crime thriller directed by Eloy de la Iglesia, starring Sue Lyon as Ana Vernia, Jean Sorel and Fabián Conde. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes.

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Murder in a Blue World (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Genres
Crime , Thriller
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Murder in a Blue World About?

The premise of Murder in a Blue World without spoilers.

In a grim, technologically‑advanced future, a nurse known only by her enigmatic presence offers a violent, unconventional form of mercy to those sentenced to death. As she dispenses her own brand of relief, the truth behind her identity remains shrouded, hinting she may be far more than a simple caregiver.

Murder in a Blue World Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • f rated
  • cross dressed killer
  • angel of mercy serial killer
  • nurse's cap
  • blue drink
  • twink
  • home invasion
  • sadistic cruelty
  • sadistic violence
  • sadist
  • sadism
  • sadistic man
+38 more
  • barefoot male
  • long haired male
  • older woman younger man relationship
  • gay bar
  • female to male disguise
  • woman dresses as a man
  • cross dressing
  • dance scene
  • hairy chested man
  • man wears pajamas
  • man wears leather pants
  • brutality
  • watching tv
  • tv show within a film
  • criminal gang
  • dog barks
  • speech
  • doctor
  • prize
  • award
  • applause
  • medal
  • garage
  • nurse
  • nurse as protagonist
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • stretcher
  • ambulance
  • blood
  • restaurant
  • medic
  • cigarette smoking
  • science
  • commercial
  • commercial within a film
  • whip
  • reference to stanley kubrick
  • criminal
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Cast & crew

Murder in a Blue World Cast & Characters

Sue Lyon leads the cast as Ana Vernia, with Jean Sorel as Victor Sender and Fabián Conde as Director. Directed by Eloy de la Iglesia; 15 actors are credited in all.

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More from Eloy de la Iglesia

More films directed by Eloy de la Iglesia, best-rated first: Bulgarian Lovers, The Tobacconist of Vallecas, Turn of the Screw and Pals.

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Murder in a Blue World Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Murder in a Blue World.

Una gota de sangre para morir amando _Trailer_ 1973
Details

Murder in a Blue World Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “La mandarina mecánica” and “Clockwork Terror”.

Also known as
  • La mandarina mecánica
  • Clockwork Terror
  • To Love
  • Perhaps to Die
  • Le bal du vaudou
  • La Clinique de l'Horreur
  • A Drop of Blood to Die Loving
  • Vengeance au bistouri
  • Una goccia di sangue per morire amando
  • I vizi morbosi di una giovane infermiera
  • Dead Angel - Einbahnstraße in den Tod
  • 蓝色世界里的谋杀
+1 more
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Murder in a Blue World FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Murder in a Blue World, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Murder in a Blue World?

Murder in a Blue World runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Murder in a Blue World released?

Murder in a Blue World was released on August 22, 1973.

Who directed Murder in a Blue World?

Murder in a Blue World was directed by Eloy de la Iglesia.

More films by Eloy de la Iglesia

Who is in the cast of Murder in a Blue World?

Murder in a Blue World stars Sue Lyon as Ana Vernia, Jean Sorel as Victor Sender and Fabián Conde as Director, among 15 credited actors.

Does Murder in a Blue World have a post-credit scene?

No. Murder in a Blue World has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Murder in a Blue World in?

The original language of Murder in a Blue World is Spanish.

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