Storyville (1992)

While investigating his own blackmailing, a young politician uncovers his family's deep secrets.

Director:

Mark Frost

Writers:

Frank Galbally (novel), Robert Macklin (novel),

Stars:

James Spader, Joanne Whalley, Jason Robards

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
James Spader	...	Cray Fowler
Joanne Whalley	...	Natalie Tate (as Joanne Whalley-Kilmer)
Jason Robards	...	Clifford Fowler
Charlotte Lewis	...	Lee Tran
Michael Warren	...	Nathan LeFleur
Piper Laurie	...	Constance Fowler
Michael Parks	...	Michael Trevallian
Chuck McCann	...	Pudge Herman
Charles Haid	...	Abe Choate
Chino 'Fats' Williams	...	Theotis Washington
Woody Strode	...	Charlie Sumpter
Jeff Perry	...	Peter Dandridge
Galyn Görg	...	Spice
Justine Shapiro	...	Melanie Fowler (as Justine Arlin)
George Cheung	...	Xang Tran

Storyline

A young candidate for the senate is filmed with a hooker as blackmail. As he investigates, he discovers some family secrets involving his father and their political careers.

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Plot Keywords:

blackmail | politician | family secret | kissing | dysfunctional family | 

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Taglines:

A candidate's private moment can all too quickly become public record.

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Genres:

Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language, sensuality and a scene of violence

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

30 September 1992 (France)

Also Known As:

El peso de la corrupción

Filming Locations:

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Box Office

Gross:

$422,503 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Davis Entertainment, Grand Bay Films International Pty.

Technical Specs

Runtime:

113 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo Dolby SR

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Mark Frost first started writing the screenplay in 1987.

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Goofs

When Clifford comes into the study to find Cray after he has won the election, he dismisses Nathan LaFleur - played by Michael Warren - by saying 'That will be all, Mike. You can leave us now.'

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Quotes

Cray: You know, I've been hearing this kind of barbershop trash my whole life.

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Connections

Referenced in Secrets from Another Place: Creating Twin Peaks (2007)

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Soundtracks

"When It's Sleepy Time Down South"
Written by Clarence Muse, Leon René and Otis René
Performed by New Leviathan Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra
Courtesy of Hump Records
Published by Mills Music Inc/Otis Rene Publications/Leon Rene Publications

User Reviews

A Spader Favorite

This is a fantastically unique story about a young public defender running for congress who is set up in a uniquely twisted situation and how he plays the situation. I don't want to give too much away, because it is rare that we have unique plots in recent times. There are plenty of cheesy moments, even by Spader. I really enjoyed his character and I think someone else mentioned the vulnerability of Spader's Cray Fowler. Even though this guy isn't the most up and up guy in the bunch (hey he's going to be a politician!), he is a very likable character with good intentions. I encourage checking this movie out, you won't be disappointed - I'm surprised this thriller didn't catch on in the early 90's when it was released.