(originally titled Blutgletscher , or Blood Glacier ) is a 2013 Austrian eco-horror film directed by Marvin Kren. Often described as an homage to John Carpenter's The Thing , the film combines 1980s-style practical creature effects with a modern ecological premise. Plot Overview
The "blood" contains ancient microorganisms that have been revived by melting glacial ice. When local wildlife consumes the liquid, the organisms incubate within the host's DNA, causing rapid and aggressive genetic mutations and creating bizarre hybrid creatures. The situation escalates when a high-ranking government minister and her entourage arrive for an official visit, just as the mutated animals begin to hunt the researchers. Key Themes and Elements Blood Glacier (2013) - IMDb The Station / Blutgletscher
Set at a remote climate research station 3,500 meters up in the Austrian Alps, the story follows a small team of scientists and their technician, Janek. While investigating a malfunctioning sensor, they discover a nearby glacier that is leaking a mysterious, blood-red organic liquid. (originally titled Blutgletscher , or Blood Glacier )