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Bodily Harm
Homicide cop Rita Cates takes a murder case where the victim is a Las Vegas stripper. The investigation immediately takes a perverse turn when she discovers the prime suspect: a psychotic ex-cop with whom she once had a torrid affair. That initial affair drove Cates' husband to suicide, but it doesn't stop her from picking up where she left off. In the heat of passion, she jeopardizes the case, her career and her life.
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Plot Summary
A strong-willed journalist, unaware of the danger, travels to a Caribbean island to investigate a political uprising. Upon arrival, she finds herself entangled in a violent conflict between the tyrannical dictator and the oppressed populace. She must fight for her own survival while trying to expose the truth of the island's grim reality.
Critical Reception
Bodily Harm received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its thriller elements predictable and its social commentary heavy-handed. While Angela Bassett's performance was often praised, the film struggled to balance its dramatic aspirations with its pulpy narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praise for Angela Bassett's compelling performance.
Criticism for a formulaic and predictable plot.
Disappointment in the underdeveloped political commentary.
Google audience: Audience reception for Bodily Harm is not widely documented, but available commentary suggests a divided opinion, with some appreciating the performances and suspense, while others found the story lacking.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in the Dominican Republic, which served as a stand-in for the fictional Caribbean island nation.
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