Live Flesh (1997)
Kernel Score: 78% · 724 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller
Released: 1997-10-10
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where to watch Live Flesh
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
When Victor attempts to seduce Elena, all he gets for his trouble is a one-way, six-year ticket to prison, where he concentrates on strengthening his mind, his body... and his desire for vengeance on the man who put him there. After his release and still madly in love with her, Victor will stop at nothing to win her over even if means revenge, for Elena has married David, the cop who sent him to prison!
Live Flesh parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Live Flesh is an R-rated erotic thriller involving adultery, prostitution, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and revenge.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The plot includes imprisonment and revenge-driven conflict tied to a shooting that leads to prison.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — Rated R with an erotic-thriller tone; keywords include adultery, prostitution, sexual obsession, and sexual abuse.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Keywords reference drug abuse as part of the story.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Javier Bardem as David de Paz
- Francesca Neri as Elena Bernadetti
- Liberto Rabal as Víctor Plaza
- Ángela Molina as Clara
- José Sancho as Sancho
- Penélope Cruz as Isabel Plaza Caballero
- Pilar Bardem as Doña Centro de Mesa
- Álex Angulo as Bus Driver
- Mariola Fuentes as Clementina
- Yael Be as Chica
Live Flesh FAQ
Is Live Flesh good?
Live Flesh has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 724 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Live Flesh?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Live Flesh OK for kids?
Live Flesh is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Live Flesh is an R-rated erotic thriller involving adultery, prostitution, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and revenge.
What movies are like Live Flesh?
If you liked Live Flesh, try Broken Embraces, Talk to Her, Lust, Caution and Blue Velvet.