---
title: "Blood Ties"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/blood-ties-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 190955
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 128
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Blood Ties (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/blood-ties-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Blood Ties is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Les Productions du Trésor, Worldview Entertainment, Caneo Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two brothers on opposing sides of the law clash over Brooklyn organized crime."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise about estranged family members
- explores complex criminal dynamics in a historical setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details available in the provided overview
- character motivations not fully detailed
- Tone & Suitability: This film carries an R rating and features themes of crime and drama.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, thriller, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/blood-ties-2013#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Guillaume Canet
- **Networks / Studios**: Les Productions du Trésor, Worldview Entertainment, Caneo Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Clive Owen** as *Chris Pierzynski*
- **Billy Crudup** as *Frank*
- **Marion Cotillard** as *Monica*
- **Mila Kunis** as *Natalie*
- **Zoe Saldaña** as *Vanessa*
- **Matthias Schoenaerts** as *Anthony Scarfo*
- **James Caan** as *Leon*
- **Noah Emmerich** as *Lt. Colon*
- **Lili Taylor** as *Marie*
- **Domenick Lombardozzi** as *Mike*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the title of the film?
The film is titled Blood Ties.

### Q: What year was Blood Ties released?
The film was released in 2013, with a US release date in 2014.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film is classified under thriller, crime, and drama.

### Q: What is the main conflict of the story?
Two brothers on either side of the law face off over organized crime.

### Q: Where and when is the story set?
The story is set in Brooklyn during the 1970s.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Blood Ties — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/190955)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*