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Plot

Mortal Thoughts is a low-key thriller revolving around the relationship between two best friends who are involved in the death of one of their husbands. The movie unfolds as the events leading to a confession are shown in flashback. Joyce (Glenne Headly) is married to the abusive, unfaithful James (Bruce Willis). During an outing at a carnival, James is killed, and Joyce and her best friend Cynthia (Demi Moore) try to cover up the murder.
MPAA Rating:
for strong language, momentary violence, and for some drug content.
Genre(s):
Crime and Mystery,Drama,Thriller
Run Time:
102min.
Theatrical Release Date:
04/19/1991
DVD Release Date:
08/25/1998
Distributor(s):
Columbia Pictures
Director(s):
Alan Rudolph
Starring:
Demi Moore , Glenne Headly , Bruce Willis , Harvey Keitel , John Pankow
Themes:
Domestic Abuse,Women's Friendship,Unlikely Criminals,Crumbling Marriages,Treacherous Spouses,Crime Gone Awry
Tone:
Humorous,Drab,Paranoid,Talky,Gritty,Quirky,Stylized,Tense
Keywords:
flashback,friendship,husband,investigation,murder,spouse-abuse,wife
Country of Origin:
USA (04-19-1991)
Language:
English