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Risky Business
A teenage girl accuses her primary schoolteacher, Jean Doucet (Jacques Brel), of trying to rape her. The police and the mayor investigate, but Doucet denies the charges. Two other students come forward to reveal more of Doucet's misconduct – one confessing to be his mistress. Doucet faces trial and hard labor if convicted.
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Plot Summary
Joel Goodsen, a disciplined high school senior, is left alone by his parents. He decides to indulge in some adult activities, starting with hiring a call girl named Lana. When Lana's pimp, Guilio, discovers Joel's father's valuable Porsche, a series of escalating misadventures and comical mishaps ensue as Joel tries to navigate his newfound freedom and the consequences of his choices.
Critical Reception
Risky Business was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its stylish direction, Tom Cruise's breakout performance, and its exploration of themes like rebellion, sexuality, and the American dream. It is often cited as a defining film of the 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
A sharp, witty, and stylish coming-of-age comedy.
Tom Cruise delivers a star-making performance that is both charming and vulnerable.
The film cleverly balances humor with a commentary on youthful rebellion and societal expectations.
Google audience: Audiences largely praised 'Risky Business' for its entertaining plot, Tom Cruise's charismatic performance, and its memorable soundtrack. Many found the film to be a fun and engaging portrayal of teenage escapades and the transition into adulthood.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Tom Cruise received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.
Fun Fact
The iconic scene where Tom Cruise dances in his underwear to 'Old Time Rock and Roll' was improvised by the actor.
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