Fatal Attraction (1987)

Plot Summary

Dan leads a seemingly perfect life, with a happy marriage, an adorable daughter and a fine job. The weekend his wife and daughter go on a weekend outing, he begins a passionate affair with Alex, a colleague. What for him is just a casual relationship, for her is much more, and when he wants to leave her, she shows a dark side. An iconic psychological thriller film that is absolutely unsettling, with excellent performances and memorable scenes. Don't miss this late '80s hit.

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Awards

BAFTA Awards (1989)

BAFTA Film Award 1989

Winner

Best Editing

Michael Kahn Peter E. Berger

Golden Globes, USA (1988)

Golden Globe 1988

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Drama

Academy Awards, USA (1988)

Oscar 1988

Nominated

Best Picture

Stanley R. Jaffe Sherry Lansing

Oscar 1988

Nominated

Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium

James Dearden

Oscar 1988

Nominated

Best Film Editing

Michael Kahn Peter E. Berger