Cruel Intentions

IN THE GAME OF SEDUCTION, THERE IS ONLY ONE RULE: NEVER FALL IN LOVE.

Slaking a thirst for dangerous games, Kathryn challenges her stepbrother, Sebastian, to deflower their headmaster's daughter before the summer ends. If he succeeds, the prize is the chance to bed Kathryn. But if he loses, Kathryn will claim his most prized possession.

Director: Roger Kumble
Cast: Sarah Michelle Gellar , Ryan Phillippe , Reese Witherspoon , Selma Blair , Louise Fletcher , Joshua Jackson , Eric Mabius , Sean Patrick Thomas , Alaina Reed Hall , Hiep Thi Le

Genres: Drama , Romance

Release date: 1999-03-05

Rating: 6.8

Runtime: 98minutes

Budget: 10M

Revenue: 76M

Production Companies: Newmarket Capital Group , Original Film , Neal H. Moritz Productions

Reviews:

  • Sean Ibarra
    Too much focus on special effects and not enough on the story. It felt like a missed opportunity.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Amelia Phelps
    A powerful drama with fantastic character development. It left a lasting impact on me.
    Rating: 4.5

  • Noa Ford
    The plot was full of holes, and the acting felt forced. I had higher expectations.
    Rating: 2

  • Sean Ibarra
    The plot was full of holes, and the acting felt forced. I had higher expectations.
    Rating: 2

  • Richard Velez
    An engaging and well-paced thriller. The twists were well-executed, keeping me hooked throughout.
    Rating: 4