Review of Cat People (1982) by Blake P — 22 Jul 2015
Paul Schrader's experimental remake of the classic old movie remains a potent movie. Filled with erotic-intensity, paranoia and impossibly cool shade - "Cat People" is a tawdry, encaging , sexy, depraved, twisted and fun movie.
Natassja Kinski brings her alluring presence which effortlessly blends with Malcom McDowell's sinister performance. The cinematic metaphors are a bit heavy-handed, but still effective.
Offering a glimpse at a New Orleans long gone, "Cat People" is great movie. The throbbingly incessant Giorgio Moroder score does not seem so much dated as appropriate within the context of this seething seedy movie. As David Bowie croons, this movie is "putting out fire with gasoline." ...and it is much fun to watch.
This review of Cat People (1982) was written by Blake P on 22 Jul 2015.
Cat People has generally received mixed reviews.
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