Impulse

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"Shes an undercover cop. Seduced by a fantasy. Trapped in a mystery. Led by a dangerous impulse. Its easy to lose control."
  • R
  • 1990
  • 1 hr 49 min
  • 5.7  (1,476)

Impulse is a 1990 psychological thriller film, directed by Sondra Locke, and starring Theresa Russell, Jeff Fahey, and George Dzundza. The movie explores the dark and mysterious side of human behavior, featuring intense, often violent, scenes that keep the audience on edge throughout. The story revolves around Lottie Mason (Theresa Russell), a beautiful and seductive woman who works as a prison psychologist. Lottie is also a highly skilled manipulator, who easily persuades people to do her bidding, no matter the cost. When her friend and colleague, Dr. Joel Grant (George Dzundza), confronts her about her unethical practices, Lottie decides to get rid of him. She fakes a suicide note, which implicates Joel as a pedophile, and then murders him in cold blood.

The plan works, and Lottie is able to cover up her crime by using her charm and manipulation skills to deceive the police. However, the guilt and fear start to eat away at her, and she begins to experience extreme anxiety attacks. This is where Matt (Jeff Fahey) enters the picture. Matt is a former cop turned private investigator who is hired by the victim's wife to investigate the case. As Matt delves deeper into the investigation, he is drawn to Lottie, who is also attracted to him.

As the two start to develop a romantic relationship, Lottie's behavior becomes more erratic and dangerous, and Matt begins to suspect that she may be the killer. But when he confronts her, Lottie convinces him that she is innocent, and Matt becomes trapped between his feelings for her and his duty to solve the case.

The movie is a haunting exploration of human psychology, where the audience is left questioning the true motives and intentions of each character. The chemistry between Russell and Fahey is electric, and the tension between them is palpable. The movie explores themes of power, guilt, and obsession, and the ending is sure to leave the audience in shock.

Apart from the skilled performances of the leading actors, the movie also features some impressive cinematography, which adds to the overall eerie and unsettling atmosphere. The movie's score is also notable, with a haunting and chilling soundtrack that perfectly captures the mood of the story.

Overall, Impulse is a must-see for fans of psychological thrillers. It is a masterfully crafted movie, featuring some of the most intense and shocking scenes ever seen on film. The plot is unpredictable, the characters are complex, and the themes are thought-provoking. If you are looking for a movie that will keep you on edge from start to finish, Impulse is the perfect choice.

Impulse is a 1990 thriller with a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.7.

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  • Release Date
    1990
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 49 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.7  (1,476)