Gross Misconduct (1993)

Justin Thorne is a liberal arts professor. One of his college students is Jennifer Carter. She seduces Justin, then accuses him of rape. But it turns out that she has an unusual ... See full summary »

Director:

George Miller

Writers:

Gerard Maguire, Lance Peters (play),

Stars:

Jimmy Smits, Naomi Watts, Sarah Chadwick

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jimmy Smits	...	Justin Thorne
Naomi Watts	...	Jennifer Carter
Sarah Chadwick	...	Laura Thorne
Adrian Wright	...	Kenneth Carter
Ross Williams	...	David Guilderman
Paul Sonkkila	...	Rowland Curtis
Alan Fletcher	...	Henry Landers
Leverne McDonnell	...	Miriam McMahon
Beverley Dunn	...	Judge Barlow
Nicholas Bell	...	Det. Matthews
Fiona Corke	...	Det. Coote
Brendon Suhr	...	Terry MacKnight
Tara Judah	...	Nancy Thorne
Goran Stamenkovic	...	Oliver Thorne
Susan Ellis	...	Student

Storyline

Justin Thorne is a liberal arts professor. One of his college students is Jennifer Carter. She seduces Justin, then accuses him of rape. But it turns out that she has an unusual relationship with her father.

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Plot Keywords:

student | rape | professor | mother daughter relationship | two word title | 

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Taglines:

Between guilt and innocence lies temptation.

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Genres:

Thriller | Drama

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Details

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

29 July 1993 (Australia)

Also Known As:

Gross Indecency

Filming Locations:

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

David Hannay Productions, Pro Filmworks

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

In the hospital hall, outside the room, a boom mic can be seen almost in full coming up from the bottom.

User Reviews

An excellent and moving piece of film-art

It has been some time since I last saw this movie but what struck me, at the time I first saw it, and still now, was the over-all artistic quality. Set in my home-town of Melbourne, it is one of the rare pieces that actually shows this town as I know it.

Locations aside, this is the first movie I'd seen Naomi Watts in, and her talent shone through brilliantly. A difficult role for her, I'm sure, but she rose to the challenge :) Certainly a memorable performance.

Jimmy's inclusion is definitely something I give a standing-ovation to the casting directors for! You couldn't pick a better actor for this role. Jimmy is just simply made for roles like this!

Stunning and moving, plot-twists abound, quietly riveting from one minute to the next. I recommend this movie for anyone wanting quality viewing.