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Borderline
Psychiatrist Dr. Lila Colleti is divorcing her husband and is devastated when he wins custody of their two little girls, whom he gets largely because Lila's job, being a psychiatrist for the criminally insane at the local prison, is a potentially dangerous one that forces her to keep long, erratic hours. When one of Lila's patients, Ed Baikman, is released into a half-way house, he decides under the delusional influence of his psychosis to help her out by murdering her ex-husband and his girlfriend, and then threatening to tell the cops they'd planned it together when she refuses to become romantically involved with him. Though Lila's lover, police detective Macy Kobacek, stands by her loyally, Baikman does such an ingenious job of implicating Lila in the crime that even Macy begins to have his doubts about Lila's innocence
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Plot Summary
A hardened and determined detective, often blurring the lines of the law, goes undercover to infiltrate a dangerous criminal organization. As she delves deeper into the group's operations, she finds herself increasingly isolated and conflicted, questioning her own morality. The investigation becomes a perilous dance with danger as she races against time to bring the criminals to justice.
Critical Reception
Borderline received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising Mira Sorvino's intense performance and the film's gritty atmosphere. Some critics found the plot predictable, but generally, it was seen as a solid crime thriller with effective suspense.
What Reviewers Say
Mira Sorvino delivers a compelling and intense performance as a conflicted detective.
The film offers a dark and suspenseful crime thriller narrative.
Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat formulaic, despite the strong lead.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Robert Harmon, is also known for directing the cult classic 'The Hitcher' (1986).
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