Basic Instinct 2 - Risk Addiction (2006)

(3.5/5)

Everything interesting begins in the mind

It is all about manipulation and seduction. The basic instincts are powerful, aren’t they? But I think this time it is more of playing than plays! If you were looking for getting entertained by some sleazy shots, you are mistaken. If you like to get intellectually stimulated, you got hope.

Sharon still looks good. Actually I was put off by her looks in the trailer, but she isn’t bad in the movie. At 47, she embarrasses the so called 27 year old booties! She is no more Miss. Innocent though; she has grown more mature, artful and alluring. I always liked the first part of the movie which came in 92, which was nominated for 2 Oscars and bagged another 5 wins & 16 nominations. I liked it more for the tight dialogues, tricky screenplay and brilliant performances, more that the tickling shots. Of course, they blend well with the story and did what they were intended to do!

I didn’t start the movie with much expectation. Perhaps I was prejudiced with bad reviews and comments it got when it came to the theatres. But I must admit, it was interesting! Don’t be too judgmental and let the story play on you. The performances were above par and the screenplay succeeds in manipulating your mind, or as they say mind-fucking!

The film was delayed several times in pre-production in 2000 and 2001. Some of the largest problems were finding the right director and the right male lead. At one time even the production was dropped and the movie canceled.

Quotes:

Catherine Tramell: You know what I like about you? You enjoy being in control. Like me.

Dr. Michael Glass: I'm not the one on trial for murder.
Catherine Tramell: Not yet.

Investigator: Did you try to help him get free
Catherine Tramell: Briefly
Investigator: Briefly?
Catherine Tramell: When it came down to it, my life was more important to me than his. Selfish, Huh?

Dr. Michael Glass: Well I see that you're a writer. What do you write about?
Catherine Tramell: Murder, sex, violence.
Dr. Michael Glass: Do you ever write about yourself?
Catherine Tramell: Not into autobiography.
Dr. Michael Glass: Really, why not?
Catherine Tramell: Maybe I like to just sit back and get other people to reveal themselves. For instance, you look a little divorced.
Dr. Michael Glass: What makes you think I'm divorced?
Catherine Tramell: The ring line hasn't faded.
Dr. Michael Glass: You're very observant.
Catherine Tramell: Yeah, but am I wrong?
Dr. Michael Glass: Would it bother you if you were wrong?
Catherine Tramell: Would it bother you if I was right?
Dr. Michael Glass:Tell me something you are afraid of.
Catherine Tramell: Boredom.