Wicked (1998)
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41% of users liked it
(5,491 ratings)
With suspense in the De Palma tradition, this thriller from Michael Steinberg (Bodies, Rest & Motion) hinges on the killer of cheating Karen Christianson (Chelsea Field), survived by her husband Ben (William R. Moses), troubled teen daughter Ellie (Julia Stiles), and little sister Inger (Vanessa… More With suspense in the De Palma tradition, this thriller from Michael Steinberg (Bodies, Rest & Motion) hinges on the killer of cheating Karen Christianson (Chelsea Field), survived by her husband Ben (William R. Moses), troubled teen daughter Ellie (Julia Stiles), and little sister Inger (Vanessa Zima). At the gated tract-house community where they live, homicide detective Boland (Michael Parks) keeps his eye on a variety of suspects -- prissy Mrs. Potter (Linda Hart), womanizing Lawson Smith (Patrick Muldoon of Starship Troopers); and au pair Lena (Swedish actress Louise Myrback in her film debut). Shown at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi
- Directed By
- Maichael Steinberg, Michael Steinberg
- Written By
- Eric Weiss
- Genres
- Drama, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense, Comedy
R,
- In Theaters
- Jan 1, 1997 Wide
- Studio
- Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Critic Reviews
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David Nusair, Reel Film Reviews
...a seriously tedious suburban thriller that wastes the talents of its admittedly impressive cast...
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Wesley Lovell, Apollo Guide
It may not be the most glossy of films, but at least it tries to meet its audience's expectations.
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Christopher Null, Filmcritic.com
Quickly turns from lukewarm thriller to tepid Hallmark drama.
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Cast
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Julia Stiles
as Ellie Christianson
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William R. Moses
as Ben Christianson
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Patrick Muldoon
as Lawson Smith
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Vanessa Zima
as Inger Christianson
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Michael Parks
as Detective Boland
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Chelsea Field
as Karen Christianson
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Louise Myrback
as Lena the au Pair
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Linda Hart
as Mrs. Potter
- Bill Moses
