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Extremities

“When fear made her a victim, she turned fear into a weapon.”

1986 · 1 h 29 min
Directed by Robert M. Young · USA · New Hollywood
ThrillerDrama

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Cast

Farrah Fawcett James Russo Alfre Woodard Diana Scarwid Sandy Martin Eddie Velez

Credits

Written by: William Mastrosimone

Plot

A woman escapes from the man who is about to rape her, but leaves her purse behind. Afraid that her attacker might come after her, she goes to the police, but with no proof of the incident, they can do nothing.

Sinekatalog’s take

A harrowing, claustrophobic drama about a woman who turns the tables on an attacker. The stage origins show, but the intensity and moral discomfort are real. Not easy viewing, and best for those who accept uncomfortable themes.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 6.3 / 10 (5,018 votes)
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