- Film Review
- Reviewed By John Ferguson
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4 out of 5
This dazzling directorial debut from Lawrence Kasdan packs a steamy punch. William Hurt plays the small-town lawyer who falls for femme fatale Kathleen Turner only to find himself ensnared in a tortuous plot to murder her wealthy husband (Richard Crenna). Kasdan respectfully tips his hat to classics such as Double Indemnity, but the intricate plotting and sly humour ensure that his film stands in its own right. The performances are first rate, too: Turner positively sizzles, while Hurt is excellent as the ordinary Joe getting increasingly out of his depth. There's also a creepy cameo from Mickey Rourke and a jolly supporting role for the then unknown Ted Danson.
Plot Summary
Thriller starring William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. With Florida in the grip of a stifling heatwave, lawyer Ned Racine becomes embroiled in a torrid love affair with scheming Matty Walker. Together they plan to kill her wealthy husband.
Cast and crew
Cast
- Ned Racine
- William Hurt
- Matty Walker
- Kathleen Turner
- Edmund Walker
- Richard Crenna
- Peter Lowenstein
- Ted Danson
- Oscar Grace
- J A Preston
- Teddy Lewis
- Mickey Rourke
- Mary Ann
- Kim Zimmer
- Stella
- Jane Hallaren
- Roz Kraft
- Lanna Sanders
- Miles Hardin
- Michael Ryan
- Heather Kraft
- Carola McGuinness
- Judge Costanza
- Larry Marko
- Beverly
- Deborah Lucchessi
- Angela
- Lynn Hallowell
- Michael Glenn
- Thom J Sharp
- Mrs Singer
- Ruth Thom
Crew
- Director
- Lawrence Kasdan
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