Blood Tide

Blood Tide is a 1982 horror film directed by Richard Jefferies and starring James Ryan, Tad Horino, and Basil Gray. The movie follows the story of Jack Holland (played by James Ryan), a wealthy and experienced adventurer who has made a name for himself in the field of treasure hunting. His latest expedition takes him to the beautiful island of Mykonos in Greece, where he is searching for an ancient treasure said to be hidden beneath the waves. As Jack arrives on the island, he is welcomed by the locals, who are initially friendly and hospitable. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when Jack stumbles upon a mysterious underwater cave while exploring the island's coastline. Unbeknownst to him, this cave holds a dark secret - it is the lair of an ancient sea monster, a legendary creature said to have been awakened by the gods themselves. As Jack delves deeper into the cave, he inadvertently disturbs the monster's slumber, releasing it back into the water. Initially, the creature remains hidden beneath the surface, but its presence is soon felt by the villagers. The locals begin to experience a series of unexplained events, including attacks on their livestock and the disappearance of their younger daughters. It soon becomes apparent that the monster is demanding a terrible sacrifice from the villagers - a young virgin must be offered up to it every full moon in order to satiate its bloodlust. The villagers, desperate to appease the creature and prevent further tragedy, are forced to comply with the monster's demands. They begin to search for young women to sacrifice, and Jack becomes aware of the horrific ritual that is taking place on the island. Determined to stop the monster and put an end to the brutal sacrifices, Jack joins forces with a local fisherman named Giorgos (played by Tad Horino). Together, they concoct a plan to hunt down the monster and destroy it once and for all. However, their efforts are hindered by the island's superstitions and the fact that the villagers are more afraid of the creature than they are of the consequences of killing it. As the full moon approaches, Jack and Giorgos prepare to face the monster in a final showdown. They know that they are taking a great risk, but they are determined to put an end to the monster's reign of terror and save the villagers from further suffering. The climactic confrontation takes place in an abandoned church on the outskirts of the village, where the monster has made its lair. In a tense and bloody battle, Jack and Giorgos face off against the monster, using every ounce of strength and cunning at their disposal. Despite being vastly outnumbered, they manage to hold their own against the creature, but it is a close-run thing. Just when it seems that the tide is turning in their favor, the monster unleashes a devastating attack, forcing Jack and Giorgos to retreat. In a desperate bid to save his friends and the villagers, Jack resorts to drastic measures - he sets fire to the church, trapping the monster inside and forcing it to flee in search of a new lair. The villagers, finally free from the monster's grip, begin to rebuild their community and restore their faith in the gods. Jack and Giorgos, hailed as heroes, set sail for new adventures, forever changed by their experience on the island of Mykonos. Despite its low budget and relatively unknown cast, Blood Tide has developed a cult following over the years, thanks to its unique blend of horror and adventure elements. The film's portrayal of the monster, with its menacing presence and brutal attacks, has become iconic in the world of horror cinema. As for Jack Holland, the adventurer who unwittingly unleashed the monster's wrath upon the world, he remains a cautionary tale for anyone who would venture too close to the edges of human knowledge - beware the secrets that lie hidden beneath the waves, lest you suffer the consequences of an awakened ancient evil.