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Fear
1990 95 min United States of America R 18+
★6.7
Horror, Thriller, Mystery, TV Movie
Director: Rockne S. O'Bannon
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Description
A psychic helps police solve murders by mentally linking with the murderer. Then she discovers a murderer with the same talent, who wants to share the fear of his victims with her!
Starring
Ally Sheedy
Actor
Lauren Hutton
Actor
Michael O'Keefe
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1992
— Best Villain
Berlin International Film Festival 1992
— Golden Bear
Golden Globe 1992
— Best Supporting Actress
BAFTA 1993
— Best Film Editing
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1992
— Best Kiss
Academy Awards 1992
— Best Actor
Academy Awards 1992
— Best Supporting Actress
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1992
— Best Actor
Golden Globe 1992
— Best Actor (Drama)
BAFTA 1993
— Best Cinematography
Key opinion
Martin Scorsese's 1991 remake is widely defined by Robert De Niro's commanding and multifaceted performance as Max Cady. While the film is praised for its atmospheric tension and strong direction, audiences are divided over the script's predictability, the quality of the supporting performances, and the film's total runtime.
| Acting | Robert De Niro delivers a transformative, charismatic, and chilling performance that serves as the film's primary anchor. | |
| Direction | Scorsese's precise direction effectively utilizes suspense and thematic weight to elevate the material. | |
| Score | The score consistently succeeds in building a sense of dread and psychological anticipation. | |
| Acting | Opinions on Nick Nolte’s performance are divided, with some viewing him as a competent partner to De Niro while others find him miscast or unable to command the screen. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized by some for its predictable narrative and illogical character choices, though others appreciate its exploration of morality and revenge. | |
| Runtime | The runtime of over two hours is viewed by some as an immersive experience, while others argue the film suffers from unnecessary padding and poor pacing. |