Preaching to the Perverted
Preaching to the Perverted

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Preaching to the Perverted

1997
Movie
100 min
English

A computer wizard infiltrates a London sex club to get evidence for a shutdown, but falls for the proprietress.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Stuart UrbanGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A politically correct British politician is framed by his vindictive twin sister, who is a powerful and amoral businesswoman. She orchestrates a scenario where he is accused of perverse sexual acts, forcing him to flee to Africa to escape the scandal. There, he becomes involved in a quest to expose his sister's criminal empire, which includes diamond smuggling and illegal arms dealing.

Critical Reception

Preaching to the Perverted was met with generally negative reviews, with many critics finding its premise and execution to be distasteful and sensationalist. While some acknowledged its dark satirical elements, the majority found the film's explicit content and controversial themes to be gratuitous and poorly handled. Audience reception was similarly divided, with its shock value appealing to a niche group while alienating a broader audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often criticized for its gratuitous use of shocking content and controversial themes.

  • Some reviewers found the satirical intent to be lost amidst the explicit and often distasteful subject matter.

  • The acting and direction were frequently cited as being unable to elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

The film was controversial upon its release due to its explicit content and themes, leading to debates about censorship and artistic freedom.

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