Whispers in the Dark
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Movie Reviews of Whispers in the Dark
Movie Review: When shrinks go crazy
Summary: 4 Stars
Annabella Sciorra is VERY sexy in this film as a psychiatrist who is trying to both treat her patients' dysfunctional behavior as well as her own bizarre sexuality at the same time. Her performance alone is worth the price of the DVD.
The other big name in the cast is Alan Alda of MASH (Hawkeye Pierce) fame. There were times in this movie that I thought it was the Hawkeye Pierce inside of Alda that relished the chance to slam psychologists.
While the plot is fairly predictable, there are a few unexpected twists and turns along the way. The most thought-provoking aspect of the movie is just how unwieldy & powerful that shrinks can get. This is something that scares me - especially if they're vindictive and / or crazy themselves!
If you're looking for a dark & erotic psychological thriller, this one might be up your alley. I can think of worse ways to spend my evenings than having Annabella Sciorra as a guest on the screen of my HDTV!
Movie Review: First time Annabella Sciorra looks like a sexy diva in a movie!
Summary: 4 Stars
Annabella Sciorra looks so attractive in this movie unlike her next movie she was in right after this called (The Hand that Rock's the Cradle) in that movie she looked older but not in (Whispers in the Dark) where she looks young the best part is you get to see her naked and have sex.
This movie is clearly an opportunity to cash in on "Basic Instinct's" success. The film deals both with psychotherapy, and excessive amounts of sex. The police lieutenant is a ripe candidate for analysis - wonder if that accomplished anything judging from the film.
Movie Review: Solid thriller in "Basic Instinct" mold
Summary: 3 Stars
An uneasy mixture of thrills, chills and camp, "Whispers in the Dark" came out the same time as "Basic Instinct" and, although it lacks the high cheese factor that distinguishes that film, it has its moments. Psychiatrist Ann Hecker (Annabella Sciorra) is trapped in a dead end relationship which makes listening to one of her patient's (Deborah Unger in a sultry, memorable performance)unusual sexual exploits difficult. Seeking solice she seeks advice from her mentor (Alan Alda). When she becomes involved with a man (the underrated and great Jamey Sheridan) she meets in an elevator, she finds some fulfulliment. Then one of her patient's is murdered and evidence points to her new boyfriend as a possible suspect her world is turned upside down.
With a twist ending out of Agatha Christie (albeit involving sexual jealous as a motive), "Whispers in the Dark" is a bit uneven but a throughly enjoyable mystery thriller that you might see Lifetime (although without the sexual explicitness). Christopher Crowe (screenwriter of "The Last of the Mohicans")does a great job directing his screenplay. With memorable performances from a strong supporting cas including Jill Clayburgh, John Leguizamo and Anthony LaPaglia, "Whispers in the Dark" doesn't come with any extras on DVD but has a nice transfer that looks sharp with solid color reproduction.
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