Disturbing Behavior (1998)
Directed by David Nutter
Genres - Mystery, Horror, Drama, Science Fiction |
Sub-Genres - Teen Movie, Psychological Thriller |
Release Date - Jul 24, 1998 (USA) |
Run Time - 87 min. |
Countries - Australia, Canada, United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Bhob Stewart
David Nutter made his directorial debut with this fantasy thriller, attempting a switch on The Stepford Wives premise. The Clark family moves from Chicago to Cradle Bay, and Steve Clark (James Marsden) is cautioned by Gavin Strick (Nick Stahl) about the separating factions at the local high school, where the Blue Ribbons, a club of robotic perfect students, rule. Gavin claims a conspiracy is afoot, and sure enough, he turns into an ultra-perfect himself. Rachel Wagner (Katie Holmes) joins Steve in investigating, and they soon suspect school psychiatrist Dr. Caldicott (Bruce Greenwood), a neuropharmacology specialist. The soundtrack contrasts alternative rock with tunes by Barry Manilow, Wayne Newton, and Olivia Newton-John.
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Keywords
adult [vs. child], brainwashing, conspiracy, leader, mind-games, one-against-odds, perfection, small-town
Attributes
Low Artistic Quality