The Moment of Truth: the bull, exhausted though still dangerous, is about to receive the death blow. Now the bull is exhausted, although still dangerous - the exact moment in which the torero is going to deal the final blow. Watch the sword, the blade which is bent. The torero must strike a certain part of the bull's neck. If he hits that spot the bent point of his sword reaches the animals heart and kills it instantly. January 26, 1955. (Photo by Severin).