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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Joe Eszterhas (written by)
Release Date:
20 March 1992 (USA)
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Tagline:
A brutal murder. A brilliant killer. A cop who can't resist the danger. more
Plot:
A police detective is in charge of the investigation of a brutal murder, in which a beautiful and seductive woman could be involved. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars.
Another 5 wins
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16 nominations
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NewsDesk:
(213 articles)
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What A Film!
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Michael Douglas | ... | Detective Nick Curran | |
| Sharon Stone | ... | Catherine Tramell | |
| George Dzundza | ... | Gus | |
| Jeanne Tripplehorn | ... | Dr. Beth Garner | |
| Denis Arndt | ... | Lieutenant Walker | |
| Leilani Sarelle | ... | Roxy | |
| Bruce A. Young | ... | Andrews | |
| Chelcie Ross | ... | Captain Talcott | |
| Dorothy Malone | ... | Hazel Dobkins | |
| Wayne Knight | ... | John Correli | |
| Daniel von Bargen | ... | Lieutenant Nilsen (as Daniel Von Bargen) | |
| Stephen Tobolowsky | ... | Dr. Lamott | |
| Benjamin Mouton | ... | Harrigan | |
| Jack McGee | ... | Sheriff | |
| Bill Cable | ... | Johnny Boz |
Additional Details
Also Known As:
Basic Instinct (France)
Ice Cold Desire (Singapore: English title) (censored version)
Love Hurts (USA) (working title)
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Ice Cold Desire (Singapore: English title) (censored version)
Love Hurts (USA) (working title)
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MPAA:
Rated R for strong violence and sensuality, and for drug use and language.
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Runtime:
127 min | USA:128 min (unrated version)
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Color:
Color (Technicolor)
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby SR |
LC-Concept Digital Sound (France)
Certification:
Malaysia:(Banned) |
Canada:18 (Nova Scotia) (re-rating) (2001) |
Canada:R (Nova Scotia) (original rating) |
Canada:R (Manitoba/Ontario) (also director's cut) (Canadian Home Video rating) |
Singapore:PG (video rating) (heavily cut) |
USA:R (#31380) |
Singapore:R21 (re-rating) (2007) |
Finland:K-16 (video rating) (cut) (1992) |
Finland:K-18 (theatrical rating) (1992) |
Singapore:R(A) (cut) (1992) |
Hungary:18 |
India:A |
Brazil:18 |
Israel:18 (video rating) |
Israel:X (original rating) |
Philippines:R-18 |
Norway:15 (DVD rating) |
Canada:16+ (Quebec) (re-rating) (also director's cut) |
Argentina:18 |
Australia:R |
Belgium:KNT |
Canada:18+ (Quebec) (also director's cut) (Original rating) |
Chile:18 |
France:-12 (re-rating) |
France:-16 (original rating) |
Germany:16 |
Hong Kong:III |
Ireland:18 |
Italy:VM14 |
Netherlands:16 |
New Zealand:R18 |
Norway:18 |
Peru:18 |
Portugal:M/18 |
South Korea:18 |
Spain:18 |
Sweden:15 |
UK:18 |
USA:Unrated (director's cut) |
Mexico:C |
Iceland:16
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Nancy Allen, Joan Allen, Rosanna Arquette, Kim Basinger, Ellen Barkin, Patricia Clarkson, Geena Davis, Laura Dern, Linda Fiorentino, Bridget Fonda, Carrie Fisher, Jodie Foster, Melanie Griffith, Linda Hamilton, Daryl Hannah, Helen Hunt, Holly Hunter, Anjelica Huston, Amy Irving, Nicole Kidman, Diane Lane, Christine Lahti, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Heather Locklear, Andie MacDowell, Madonna, Virginia Madsen, Demi Moore, Emma Thompson, Uma Thurman, Tatum O'Neal, Annette O'Toole, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michelle Pfeiffer, Greta Scacchi, Elisabeth Shue, Mary Steenburgen, Julia Roberts, Mimi Rogers, Isabella Rossellini, Meg Ryan, Meryl Streep, Sissy Spacek, Kathleen Turner, Sigourney Weaver and Debra Winger were considered for the role of Catherine Tramell. Kelly Lynch was reportedly offered the role, and Mariel Hemingway and Kelly McGillis both auditioned for it. Lena Olin reportedly wanted the role, but refused to work with Paul Verhoeven.
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Goofs:
Continuity: When wheels on the black Lotus are different when it crashes through the barricade.
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Movie Connections:
Spoofed in "Seinfeld: The Package (#8.5)" (1996)
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Soundtrack:
Looking For The Summer
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FAQ
What are the differences between the theatrical version and the Unrated Director's Cut?So who was the killer after all?
What is the film playing in the background on TV that Nick is watching?
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This is one of my favorite films, even though it has some problems.
The film caused controversy with some of the gay crowd (who didn't like the negative press) and for the graphic sex (with bedroom violence). It became a box office winner, that made Sharon Stone a star, and yet was basically p****d on by the critics! The word is the film is better than your average B movie skin flick, only by the quality of the actors, and Verhoeven's ability. I feel the film is still not given the respect it's due.
I first saw the R-rated version, which is very good, but now you can get the even better Unrated Director's Cut, which has even more graphic content! If you don't like erotic-thrillers, then don't see it. But anyone with taste will enjoy the thrill ride of events that take place in Basic Instinct. The script by Joe Eszterhas was highly thought of in Hollywood, and if not for the graphic nudity, a top star like Michelle Pfeiffer would have taken the role made famous by Sharon stone.
Does the script go too far at times? Yes, but that's part of the films charm, and after all, the now 'classic film moment' of Sharon Stone's leg spread interrogation, likely would have been dropped in a conventional film. Still though, I wouldn't have minded seeing a few less people getting killed off, to keep even more suspense and realism.
The score is also beautiful, and fans of Hitchcock's great "Vertigo" can appreciate the homage that Paul Verhoeven has included. The film has a lot of eye candy, but Jeanne Tripplehorn deserves special mention for her impressive supporting role (sadly she hasn't done much of note since). Michael Douglas does a solid job also, but I can't help wondering if a better actor like Clint Eastwood could have brought more to the table. The dialogue is not up to the level of "Pulp Fiction", but it's still interesting and fun.
I highly recommend this film for fans of adult mystery.