Secret Scandal
Secret Scandal

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Secret Scandal

1990
Movie
85 min
Italian

Marguerite receives as a gift from a filmmaker friend: a very modern, automatic camera, complete with remote control. Her life will change dramatically, as the machine reveals to her not only her husband's betrayal with her best friend, but also the desolation of her own existence.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: J.F. LawtonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling actress gets entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and murder after discovering a dark secret involving a powerful politician and a corrupt police detective. As she tries to uncover the truth, her own life becomes increasingly threatened by those desperate to keep the scandal buried. She must rely on her wits and a few unlikely allies to survive and expose the conspiracy.

Critical Reception

Secret Scandal received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. However, it garnered a cult following over the years, particularly for its provocative themes and Traci Lords's performance. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its gritty thriller elements and others criticizing its sensationalism.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a complex thriller narrative but often falters in execution.

  • Traci Lords delivers a notable performance amidst a generally unconvincing plot.

  • The movie is noted for its controversial subject matter and adult themes.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and highly polarized, with some viewers finding the film to be an entertaining, albeit flawed, thriller, while others criticize its predictable twists and underdeveloped characters.

Fun Fact

The film was controversial upon its release due to the casting of Traci Lords, who was a minor at the time of her early adult film career, though the film itself is not an adult film.

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