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Basic Instinct 2 is a 2006 erotic thriller film and a sequel to the 1992 film Basic Instinct. The film stars Sharon Stone, who reprises her role as Catherine Tramell, a novelist and suspected serial killer who becomes involved with a British psychologist, played by David Morrissey. The film was directed by Michael Caton-Jones and written by Leora Barish and Henry Bean.
The film received mostly negative reviews from critics, who criticized the plot, dialogue, and performances. However, some praised the film's cinematography, music, and Stone's performance. The film was also a box office flop, grossing only $38.6 million worldwide against a budget of $70 million.
Plot
The film begins with Catherine Tramell driving a sports car with a footballer named Kevin Franks. As they engage in risky sexual behavior, Catherine loses control of the car and crashes into the Thames River. She manages to escape from the sinking car, but does not attempt to save Kevin, who drowns.
Catherine is interrogated by Scotland Yard detective Roy Washburn, who suspects her of murdering Kevin. She claims that it was an accident and that she is innocent. She is released on bail and ordered to undergo psychiatric evaluation by Dr. Michael Glass, a criminal psychologist and a former colleague of Washburn.
Michael is intrigued by Catherine's personality and agrees to take her as a patient. He diagnoses her as a risk addict, someone who is addicted to danger and thrill. He also begins to have sexual fantasies about her. Catherine, meanwhile, continues to write her novel, which features a fictionalized version of Michael as the protagonist.
As the film progresses, several people around Michael are killed or attacked in ways that resemble Catherine's novels. These include his ex-wife Denise, who is stabbed to death in an elevator; his colleague Milena Gardosh, who is poisoned with ketamine; and Washburn, who is shot by a sniper. Michael becomes the prime suspect in these crimes, as he has no alibi and his fingerprints are found on the murder weapons.
Michael confronts Catherine at her apartment and accuses her of framing him. She denies any involvement and seduces him. They have sex on her bed, which is covered with white sheets stained with blood. Catherine then reveals that she has recorded their conversation and that she has enough evidence to prove his guilt or innocence. She offers him a choice: either he can stay with her and live a life of risk and excitement, or he can leave and face the consequences of his actions.
The film ends with Michael looking at Catherine's manuscript, which has two different endings: one where he stays with her and one where he leaves. He then looks at Catherine, who smiles at him.
Cast
- Sharon Stone as Catherine Tramell
- David Morrissey as Dr. Michael Glass
- David Thewlis as Detective Roy Washburn
- Charlotte Rampling as Milena Gardosh
- Hugh Dancy as Adam Towers
- Flora Montgomery as Michelle Broadwin
- Stan Collymore as Kevin Franks
Production
The film was originally planned to be made in 1994, with Paul Verhoeven returning as director and Michael Douglas reprising his role as Nick Curran. However, the project was delayed due to script problems and Douglas' scheduling conflicts. In 2000, Verhoeven left the project and John McTiernan was hired to direct. However, he also left due to creative differences with Stone and the producers.
In 2004, Michael Caton-Jones was hired to direct the film, with David Morrissey cast as the male lead. The film was shot in London and Berlin from April to August 2005. The film's budget was $70 million, of which Stone received $14 million.
Release
The film was released on March 31, 2006 in the United States and on April 21, 2006 in the United Kingdom. The film was rated R for strong sexuality, nudity, violence, language, and some drug content. The film was also released in an unrated version, which featured more explicit scenes and a longer running time.
The film was a commercial failure, grossing only $5.9 million in its opening weekend and $38.6 million worldwide. The film was also a critical failure, receiving mostly negative reviews from critics. The film has a 7% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 153 reviews, with an average rating of 3.1/10. The site's consensus reads: "Unable to match the suspense and titilation of its predecessor, Basic Instinct 2 boasts a plot so ludicrous and predictable it borders on 'so-bad-it's-good.'"
The film was nominated for seven Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Actress (Stone), Worst Screenplay, and Worst Prequel or Sequel. It won four awards, including Worst Picture and Worst Actress.
Reception
The film received some positive reviews from critics who praised the film's cinematography, music, and Stone's performance. Roger Ebert gave the film three out of four stars, writing: "Basic Instinct 2 is not a great movie, but it is skillful and involving, and deserves better than being dismissed as trash."
Some critics also noted the film's camp value and cult potential. Peter Travers of Rolling Stone wrote: "Basic Instinct 2 is so bad it's good. It's not just a guilty pleasure, it's a perverse joy."
References
- [Basic Instinct 2 ( 2006)]