Dirty Like an Angel
Dirty Like an Angel

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Dirty Like an Angel

1991
Movie
102 min
French

Georges Deblache, a despondent middle-aged cop, falls for his partner's wife.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Jeff BurrGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Linda, is haunted by the murder of her sister and the subsequent collapse of her family. Years later, she begins to suspect that her father was involved in the crime, leading her down a dark path of investigation. As she uncovers disturbing secrets, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and violence. Linda must confront her past and her own inner demons to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.

Critical Reception

Dirty Like an Angel was met with generally negative reviews from critics, though it garnered a cult following among horror enthusiasts. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Melanie Griffith's performance, many criticized its convoluted plot and predictable scares. The film is often considered a lesser entry in the direct-to-video horror market of the early 90s.

What Reviewers Say

  • A slow-burning thriller with a surprisingly dark premise.

  • Melanie Griffith delivers a commendable performance amidst a muddled narrative.

  • Lacks the scares and coherence to be a standout horror film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dirty Like an Angel are scarce and largely unenthusiastic, with many finding the film too slow and the plot difficult to follow. Some viewers appreciate its attempt at psychological horror, but most agree it falls short of its potential.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1991, the film's production and style often align more with late 1980s direct-to-video thrillers.

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