Chameleons: Not The Sequel
Chameleons: Not The Sequel

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Chameleons: Not The Sequel

1992
Movie
Adult · 18+
98 min
English

Some people merely lust for another person's body... some long to become that person. Sexual identities are never what they seem and one man's fantasy is another woman's most secret desire.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Gus Van SantGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A drug dealer, recently released from prison, struggles to go straight when his former associates pressure him back into the criminal underworld. He finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of betrayal and violence as he tries to protect his family and escape his past. The film explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of breaking free from a life of crime.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Chameleons: Not The Sequel' received mixed reviews. Critics were divided on its gritty portrayal of crime and its narrative, with some praising its performances and atmosphere, while others found its plot predictable and its tone overly bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances, particularly from Ray Liotta.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic crime drama plot.

  • Noted for its dark and atmospheric depiction of the criminal underworld.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Chameleons: Not The Sequel' is not widely documented.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Chameleons: Not The Sequel,' is a direct reference to the 1987 film 'Chameleon,' which had a similar theme and was also produced by Universal Pictures. This sequel was intended to capitalize on that association, though it is not a direct narrative continuation.

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