Illicit Desires
Illicit Desires

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Illicit Desires

2018
Movie
81 min
English

Peeks behind the curtain into the world of an adult toy manufacturer. And what a world it is! Greed and betrayal run wild in the corporate world of sensual oddities as a new, young, office intern sets her sights on moving right to the top. What she's willing to do to get where she wants to be will absolutely kill you. It also helps if you're a psychopathic murderess.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: James A. ContnerGenres: Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman's life spirals out of control when she becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with her boss. The situation escalates as she finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation, forcing her to confront her choices and fight for her survival.

Critical Reception

Illicit Desires received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its suspenseful plot and performances, while others found the narrative predictable and lacking in originality. Audience reception was similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at creating a tense thriller atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Performances were noted as a mixed bag, with some standing out more than others.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Illicit Desires are scarce, but those available suggest a polarized reception. Some viewers enjoyed the film as a pulpy thriller, while others found it to be a standard, uninspired genre flick.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2018, the film's production details and marketing suggest it was intended for a more direct-to-video or limited release, contributing to its lower profile.

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