Category: 1980s

I was surprised to find a well done film noir from the 1980s, but here it is. After losing her job for refusing to name names, Kelly McGillis finds herself witness to a strange conversation involving a United States senator, played by the amazing Mandy Patinkin, and some mysterious Germans. Being drawn into the conspiracy, she eventually enlists the help of an FBI agent played by Jeff Daniels. Set during the early days of the Cold War, it has a very Hitchcockian feel and involves some captivating twists and turns, culminating in a thrilling climax.

I had high hopes for the well-known eroticism of this film. Instead I got a light version of 50 Shades of Grey with Kim Basinger getting coerced into performing soft core acts with her dominating paramour. It does have a delightful 80s feel, an excellent soundtrack, and Mickey Rourke during his pretty days. Unfortunately his character doesn’t exhibit any positive qualities and is a creep before the sex affair even starts.