If you’ve typed the keyword into a search engine, you’re likely experiencing a unique kind of cinematic confusion. You might be a fan of the 1981 classic Body Heat —Lawrence Kasdan’s sultry, Florida-set neo-noir starring William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. Perhaps you’ve heard a rumor about a remake, a spiritual sequel, or a made-for-television update released in 2010.
| | Fans of obscure DTV erotic thrillers, camp seekers, completists of the Body Heat title. | | Avoid if: | You expect a remake of the 1981 classic, strong acting, or a coherent thriller. | | IMDb note: | Low score reflects poor execution, not just unfair comparisons. | Body Heat 2010 - Imdb
Set against a backdrop of sweltering temperatures (a character in itself), the film uses heat as a metaphor for the protagonists' escalating desperation. The plot typically follows a lawyer or a drifter who becomes embroiled in a plot to eliminate a wealthy husband, only to realize too late that he is a pawn in a much larger, more dangerous game. Key Features on IMDb If you’ve typed the keyword into a search
A chance meeting in a sweltering environment. | | Fans of obscure DTV erotic thrillers,