Cast
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Jack Wagner
as Paul Slater
Tracy Scoggins
as Tricia Merritt
William Paul Burns
as Fred Merritt
Ivory Ocean
as Lou Venable
Rodolfo Ranni
as Stanislav Gregorius
Gerardo Romano
as Alejandro Molina
Jorge Rivera López
as Victor Silberman
Francisco Cocuzza
as A.J. Krieger
Maurice Jouvet
as Patrick
Manuel Vicente
as Phil Mendoza
Marcos Woinsky
as Sound & Fury Manager
Selva Mayo
as Gregorius' Mistress
Alejandra Sylvain
as Stripper
Araceli González
as Molina's Date
Norma Ibarra
as Concierge
Crew
Director
- Héctor Olivera
Producer
- Héctor Olivera
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Play Murder for Me examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Héctor Olivera brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1990, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Play Murder for Me took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 80 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 101 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 497 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1990, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 1, 1990
- Runtime: 1h 20m