Bad Influence (1990) Reviews

Bad Influence (1990)
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Successful LA marketing analyst Michael Boll (James Spader) seemingly has it all-except a sense of self-confidence. Enigmatic drifter Alex (Rob Lowe) enters Michael's life and immediately begins to exert a negative influence. As Michael's self-esteem zooms (aided by generous dollops of sex and drugs) he allows himself to be dragooned into a life of crime by the demonic Alex. The "doppelganger" aspects of Bad Influence, and the film's many unexpected twists and turns, echo films of Alfred Hitchcock, especially Strangers on a Train. The film's boldest stroke is to cast the likeable Lowe as the bad guy (albeit a charming one) and the often villainous Spader as the malleable milquetoast. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Rob Lowe, James Spader, (more)
Director(s):
Curtis Hanson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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(7 member reviews)  

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Kaelynne A.

Good movie - Rob Lowe reminds me of the devil himself in this movie. Christian Clemenson (Hands on Boston Legal) is Spader's druggie brother...Spader is really good in this movie. RENT IT!

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Ben C.

An underrated thriller from the '90s with a Jekyll and Hyde theme. James Spader is excellent (as always) as a Mr. Perfect executive whose life is turned upside-down by Rob Lowe playing a cunning and evil liar. Lisa Zane is the sexy femme fatale who adds the spice to this dangerous brew.

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Rafi B.

WOW!! You want suspense, you want to see a touch of evil? MUST SEE!

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Marcia G.

This is one of my favorite movies. Rob Lowe being the bad guy is a switch and James is great as always.

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John C.

Gotta love Rob Lowe in this one. This was the first of his bad-guy roles. Now, that's all he does.

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Larry K.

Good movie

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Kimberly A.

Terrible...

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    Kaelynne A.

    Good movie - Rob Lowe reminds me of the devil himself in this movie. Christian Clemenson (Hands on Boston Legal) is Spader's druggie brother...Spader is really good in this movie. RENT IT!

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    Ben C.

    An underrated thriller from the '90s with a Jekyll and Hyde theme. James Spader is excellent (as always) as a Mr. Perfect executive whose life is turned upside-down by Rob Lowe playing a cunning and evil liar. Lisa Zane is the sexy femme fatale who adds the spice to this dangerous brew.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Rafi B.

    WOW!! You want suspense, you want to see a touch of evil? MUST SEE!

    Yes   |   No

     
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