Crimes of Passion

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Summary: Kathleen Turner fans need this film in their collection
Review: In 1984, Kathleen Turner was doing big Hollywood films such as "Romancing the Stone". However, on the side she did a more obscure Ken Russell film called "Crimes of Passion". This film truly showcases Kathleen Turner's talents as she portrays an advertising executive by day, and a Hollywood hooker by night. Anthony Perkins plays a 'preacher' trying to correct Ms Turner's wrong-doings, while John Laughlin plays a husband searching for intimacy. Any fan of Kathleen Turner will want this film in their collection. I borrowed my friend's copy, and am eager to get it my own.
DVD SUMMARY:
A great transfer to DVD by Anchor Bay, with some deleted scenes thrown in. Full uncut version of film, but only a mono soundtrack.

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Summary: No passion, only a crime to have been made
Review: It is easy to see that this movie was produced in the drug induced 80's, as someone was on the best stuff to even consider producing, let alone releasing this movie. I believe the intent was to mimic Brian DePalma's thrillers, "Body Double" and "Dressed To Kill", but this falls woefully short in almost every way. The uncomparably campy performances by all the principal actors makes this unbearable to watch, not to mention the complete lack of relevance in so many scenes. I could go through those scenes one by one, but I don't want this review to become a spoiler. Just believe me, there were many. I will admit Kathleen Turner's quips with her tricks are indeed good, they alone are no reason to watch this movie. There is no compelling story told here. This movie is a chaotic display of different images and scenes loosely bound by sexual activity and some perverse form of the struggle of 'good' against 'evil' or 'sin' and 'salvation', if you prefer.

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Summary: Subtlety Has Never Been Ken Russell's Strong Suit
Review: Kathleen Turner gives an excellent performance in a rather daring and risky experiment in satire by the inimitable Ken Russell! Darkly funny dialogue highlight this truly original work. Lighting, music and acting are uniformally good-even Perkin's over-the-top send-up of his Norman Bates character! Interestingly, I had an opportunity to see the original uncut version at a sneak preview in San Francisco back in 1984. And who do you think I ran in to? None other than the old shock meister himself! We had a good ten minute conversation standing outside of the theatre. I remember commenting that I thought the night-stick scene was a bit much, and he responded that he "was trying to make a point!" I, also, suggested that the pornographic images, albeit softcore, might keep people out of the theatre. Mr. Russell replied: "they might as well cut off one of my arms" if those scenes were cut. (Parenthetically, there is one silhouette scene which is quite beautiful and erotic.) Low and behold, those scenes I mentioned were in fact cut for the film's regular theatrical release. Poor Ken. Or maybe my comments stuck. Probably not. Anyway, he was quite gracious and it was truly a memorable moment. I'm glad to see that his original vision has been restored!

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Summary: Great movie
Review: Ken Russell's brilliant movie about Dark prostitution & holy obsession. I thought it was a marvellous story & film ,I'll never ever doubt how great it is,ever. I think it's a great DVD too. You should buy it!!!!

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Summary: im healthy has a horse and ready for (see film for details)
Review: living in england,its very hard when people ask me what my favourite film is. crimes of passion whats that, they all say,plus we dont have an uncut version over here either. so for the benefit of stuffy british people. never before has a cast put so much effort into playing there roles,its very funny,the dialouge is second to none the music by rick wakeman is perfect, and best of all boring people hate it. i am a 28 year old lady who runs a victorian teerooms in a little market town in yorkshire and I love it. go on treat yourself.

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Summary: Frightening (ly funny).
Review: That blue dress! That casitone score! Anthony Perkins! That music video! That I wrote the first part of my review in slogans should enlighten you as to the type of film on offer here. It is loud, brash, unsubtle and suffers from a severe lack of dramatic (?) consistency. Whereas these indications should point towards an awful film, this one just seems to work (dementedly). This is a far greater diatribe on exactly what went on in those nether years also known as the eighties. Far more effective than the patina of after the fact examinations (and far scarier than anything Brett Easton Ellis could think up). A must own! An AMerican Classic!

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Summary: A fabulous acting by Mrs.Turner
Review: The blend of sex,violance and religion was triggering

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Summary: Turner/ Russell at their best
Review: This bizarre film is without a doubt Kathleen Turner's best movie
Not only does she look down right sexy, but her sassy attitude
plus the film's erotic atmosphere make this film a real treat for cult film fans.Anthony Perkins' performance of the schizophrenic Rev.Shayne makes his character of Norman Bates from Psycho look like the poster child for sanity.There are two versions of this film, but the only one to watch is the unrated version. The real hero of this film however, is its brilliant but twisted director: Ken Russell who delivers a mix of artistic and soft core porn elements to the viewer. It would be a good idea to be/ or get familiar with Russell's work before viewing this film. Still, this is the perfect erotic drama for adults to watch after the kids go to bed.

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Summary: Excellent Film!
Review: This film is one of my all time favorites. Don't take it all at face value folks. Stellar performances by all in the movie.

A great look at intimacy, and being yourself.

A lot of great irony and funny lines.



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Summary: Outrageous and Interesting
Review: This is a fun, funny, erotic and outrageous film. I'm very glad to see the uncut version after all the years it was unavailable in the U.S. The restored scenes- especially the cop scene- BELONGS in this film. WOW! This is a film I enjoy watching again and again. Not for those who think sex should only be tender and beautiful. Sex in "Crimes" is fresh air compared to the usual romantic same-old of Hollywood's imagination. An enjoyable and interesting film.