Testing the Limits
Testing the Limits

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Testing the Limits

1998
Movie
100 min
English

Mike and Toni are on their way to the mountains for a romantic weekend, when their car breaks down. The couple take shelter in an empty cabin, unaware that it is being used by bisexual photographer Jan who is on an erotic shoot with model Kristin. Things get more complicated when Glen, a fashion editor, arrives. Soon inhibitions (and underwear) are being freely cast aside. But the lovers' reverie is broken when Kristin's psychotic boyfriend breaks in, seeking vengeance.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Steven Hilliard SternGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious attorney is appointed to defend a man accused of murder. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a conspiracy that puts her own life in danger. She must race against time to expose the truth before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Testing the Limits, a made-for-television film, received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its suspenseful elements and a solid performance from its lead, while others found the plot predictable and derivative of other thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for its tense atmosphere and straightforward storytelling.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that offered few surprises.

  • The performances were generally seen as competent, though not groundbreaking.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this made-for-television film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Double Cross' during its production phase.

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