Gross Misconduct
Gross Misconduct

Gross Misconduct

1993Movie90 minEnglish

Justin Thorne is a liberal arts professor. One of his college students is Jennifer Carter. She seduces Justin, then accuses him of rape. But it turns out that she has an unusual relationship with her father.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic41/100
Google Users50%
Director: Arne GlimcherGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A hard-drinking, disgraced police detective is hired by a wealthy businessman to investigate his wife. The detective soon finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and corruption, blurring the lines between his personal life and his professional duties. As the investigation deepens, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to destroy him and everyone involved.

Critical Reception

Gross Misconduct received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some performances, particularly Sean Penn's, were noted, the film was largely criticized for its convoluted plot, slow pacing, and predictable twists. It failed to make a significant impact at the box office and is generally considered a lesser entry in the crime drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and predictable script.
  • Performances are uneven, though Sean Penn delivers a notable effort.
  • Pacing issues and a lack of originality mar the overall viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a division, with some finding the film's gritty portrayal and Sean Penn's performance compelling, while others found the plot overly simplistic and the execution lacking.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'Deadly Game' before being changed to 'Gross Misconduct'.

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