Wise Blood (1979) Wise Blood

Wise Blood ★★★½ 1979 (PG) Gothic drama about a drifter who searches for sin and becomes a preacher for a new religion, The Church Without Christ. Excellent cast in achingly realistic portrayal of ersatz religion, southern style. Many laughs are more painful than funny. Superb, very dark comedy from Huston. Adapted from the Flannery O'Connor novel. 106m/C VHS. Brad Dourif, John Huston, Ned Beatty, Amy Wright, Harry Dean Stanton; Director: John Huston; Cameo: Alex North.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1979
Rating PG
Length (in minutes) 106
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Harry Dean Stanton
Actor Ned Beatty
Actor Brad Dourif
Actor Amy Wright
Actor John Huston
Cameo Alex North
Director John Huston