Pure Wickedness
A highly respectable middle-class married woman watches a window cleaner fill his bucket at her kitchen sink and has a sudden urge to rip off his shirt. They make love right there - the mad, bad, no-chance- to-breathe and when-can-we-do-it-next kind of sex. And both she and her windows end up with a special sparkle. then there is trouble. Big trouble. For this is an up-till-then contented doctor's wife, a devoted mother with her own career as an optician. She doesn't DO adultery, especially not with a working class bloke who drinks too much, thinks too little and has a wife and four children, one of whom is her daughter's best pal.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, recently released from a psychiatric hospital, attempts to rebuild her life and reconnect with her estranged family. However, her past trauma and disturbed mental state begin to resurface, leading her down a dangerous path. As old issues intertwine with new relationships, the lines between reality and delusion blur, putting everyone around her at risk.
Critical Reception
Pure Wickedness received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the film's plot predictable and its execution lacking. While some praised the performances, particularly Kristy Swanson's portrayal of a troubled individual, the overall sentiment was that the film failed to deliver a compelling or original thriller narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many viewers finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.
- Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.
- Lacks the tension and suspense expected from a thriller.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Price of a Broken Heart' before being changed to 'Pure Wickedness'.
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