In a drab police state, an author of children's books is interrogated by a sadistic, secret policeman. She's under suspicion of embedding anti-government messages in her stories.
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Title: Closet Land (1991)
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A young writer is interrogated by a sadistic secret policeman. She is accused of embedding political messages in her children's stories. The entire movie takes place in one room, with only the two actors. The movie is set in an unidentified, modern police state. Written by Mark Logan <marklo@west.sun.com>
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No one can harm you in your imagination.Parents Guide:
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Traditional English nursery rhyme
Performed by Alan Rickman
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Recording: Ninety-nine point ten percent of women who wear black underwear are closet whores.See more »
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Oranges and Lemons(uncredited)
Traditional English nursery rhyme
Performed by Alan Rickman
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6 March 1991 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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$4,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$121,635, 10 March 1991Gross USA:
$259,012Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
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This movie continues to provide endless fascination with each new viewing. Alan Rickman has never been better than in this haunting and haunted role, and Madeline Stowe is excellent as well. The interplay of the two characters is like darkly beautiful ballet. In short, if you're looking for escapist fare, go elsewhere; if you want to be challenged and see the finest acting this side of great theater, this is your film.