Erotic Nightmare
Erotic Nightmare

Erotic Nightmare

1999Movie88 minCantonese

A guy goes to a sorcerer who promises to give him erotic dreams, but the dreams come with a price that's more than money.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: David CronenbergGenres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A television executive is drawn into a dangerous world of sex, obsession, and murder after her lover's mysterious death. As she investigates his final moments, she uncovers a twisted web of deceit and betrayal, putting her own life at extreme risk. The lines between reality and fantasy blur, leading her down a path of psychological terror.

Critical Reception

Erotic Nightmare was met with mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its stylish direction, intense atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Jennifer Jason Leigh. However, some found the plot convoluted and the themes of obsession and violence to be gratuitous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and visceral thrills.
  • Jennifer Jason Leigh's performance was widely lauded as a highlight.
  • Some found the narrative less engaging than its stylistic elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and psychological tension, with many highlighting Jennifer Jason Leigh's compelling performance. Some viewers felt the plot was somewhat predictable, but the overall mood and disturbing themes resonated well.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's initial title was 'Night Falls on Manhattan', but it was changed to 'Erotic Nightmare' to better reflect its thriller and horror elements.

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