Boxing Helena

Name: Boxing Helena
Director: Jennifer Lynch
Genre: Drama, Romance, Thriller
Released: 1993-01-01
Duration: 107 min
Rating: 5.0
Cast: Julian Sands, Sherilyn Fenn, Bill Paxton, Art Garfunkel, Betsy Clark

1993Dir. Jennifer Lynch1h 47m

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Runtime1h 47m

Released1993

Budget$4M

Box office$1.8M

DirectorJennifer Lynch

About This Movie

Boxing Helena, directed by Jennifer Lynch, is this twisted blend of drama, romance, and thriller that explores obsession in a rather unsettling way. The atmosphere is thick with tension, and you can really feel the emotional weight of the characters' choices. Julian Sands plays a surgeon who spirals into madness—his performance is intense and really captures the desperation of his character. The pacing feels deliberate, almost suffocating at times, which adds to the overall discomfort of the story. The practical effects used in the film create a haunting visual experience that's hard to shake off. It's not your usual love story; it delves into darker themes of possession and control, making it stand out in the '90s film landscape.

Disturbing exploration of obsession and control.Julian Sands delivers a haunting performance.Practical effects contribute to the film's unsettling atmosphere.