Review of Risky Business (1983) by Lora — 22 Sep 2008
This is a very unusual picture. It's a teen movie made for adults. It's a complex, rich, and smart story. The writing is consistently excellent and the direction certainly has a style that fits the story quite well.
The casting is right on as each character fits. It's a highly entertaining and unique picture that doesn't seem to age even though it is mired in a certain period. It definitely made Cruise. The music goes a long way towards creating the mood.
The film has much more to say than most concerning the nature of society and has some definite sociological overtones. The theatrical ending is a bit forced, but as originally intended it's definitely far darker and more cynical than most teen comedies, which would have to be this films subgenre.
This review of Risky Business (1983) was written by Lora on 22 Sep 2008.
Risky Business has generally received positive reviews.
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