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Lawrence Kasdan wrote and directed this sexy modern film noir set in Florida. In a plot similar to that of "Double Indemnity, Kathleen Turner (her first role, I think) seduces lawter William Hurt into mudering her husband and placing the body so that it looks like the husband (Ricahard Crenna) was killed while committing arson. The local police are suspicious, however, and as the noose tightens it becomes clear that Turner has other tricks up her sleeve, The steamy atmosphere is greatly heightened by John Barry's moody score, Mickey Rourke and Ted Dansen have small but effective roles. Truly a classic, one that holds up over repeated viewings.
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Mickey Rourke and Turner were sensational. I'm pretty sure it was Danson's first movie role as well as Turner's. And Rourke wasn't exactly long in the tooth either. Crenna was quite effective as the sleazy business man who cautioned Ned to always know the bottom line.
One of my favorites from the 80's but as V said, it doesn't carry nearly the same impact when seen again. Considering the nature of the slowly unfolding plot, I'd say that's understandeable.
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He certainly "jumped" off the screen.
Kathleen Turner was truly erotic in the movie.Another early movie where an actor made a big presence in a first or near first role: Steve Buscemi in "Parting Glances".
I would call that film a classical.
Hot and erotic with a very good plot, and not without deepth.
Fairly played and what ask for more for a film noir?
***Fairly played and what ask for more for a film noir?How about free champagne?
I recall liking it when it came out, but as I saw it again years ago it did not produce the same grab. But yes, not a bad film at all.
I see it twice but the last time was at least ten years ago, the second viewing was weaker as for you, but still a good film.
Now we would have to see it for a third time...
Kashdan does always " almost " good films, but never finalyse really himself."Grand Canyon " his most Altmannish film is quite under evaluated.
" French Kisses " had also a lot of charms and true to the south of France.
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