14 Random Thoughts While Watching Exotic Thriller Movies from the 90s: Basic Instinct!

Jimmy Harrison
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Woman in white outfit sitting in a chair with a confident expression. Text: Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, Basic Instinct. Blue background.

Intro: An exotic-thriller about an emotionally unstable homicide detective Nick Curran (Michael Douglas), who investigates the brutal murder of a rock star. Catherine Tramell (Sharon Stone), a crime novelist and the girlfriend of the murdered singer is the number one suspect. But things get dicey quickly when Nick is seduced by the beautiful ‘femme fatale’ which placed a hindrance on the investigation and subsequently endangers the lives of those who have a connection to the detective. A film that is best remembered by the infamous scene when Catherine is shown slowly uncrossing and crossing her legs, giving viewers a little something extra. [wink wink] 😉

Thought #1: Never allow someone to tie you up during sex!

Thought #2: You gotta love movies from the 90's for their loud, dramatic, over-the-top background music, as if to say this music is more important than dialogue between actors.

Thought #3: Major Processed Hair Alert! "We got a runaway Temptations here."

Crowded elevator scene with people in suits and jackets, looks tense. A man with dark hair is highlighted by a red arrow. Dim lighting.

Thought #4: Catherine asked detective Nick for a cigarette, he said he didn’t smoke. Then she pulled out her own cigarette and began to smoke. In the mist of smoking, she offered Nick a cigarette, his response again was, "I don't smoke I quit." Her response, "It won't last." (Major power move, this meant that she was in control from the start)!

Man in a car holding a steering wheel, looking sideways. He wears a suit, and the sky is visible through the window, creating a tense mood.

Thought #5: A group of male detectives is interrogating her, using a calm sultry voice she is openly talking about how she likes to have sex, while purposely not wearing underwear during the interview..."This woman knows how the game is played."

A woman in a white outfit sits facing three men in suits across a table, in a dimly lit room with a water cooler in the background.

Thought #6: Computers have come a long way baby!

Old computer monitor with a black screen displaying yellow error text about display adapter failure and locked keyboard. Mood is technical.

Thought #7: Didn't she say he would start smoking again?

Man in a gray suit with a cigarette in his mouth, sits against a brick wall. He appears confident and composed. Blue and gray tones.

Thought #8: There’s something to be said about being angry but dancing provocative!

Two people in a lively setting, one wearing a blue sequin outfit and hoop earrings. The scene is lit with bright lights and reflects a festive atmosphere.

Thought #9: Detective Nick is incompetent, dangle a beautiful woman in front of him and he loses all focus on the case.

A man with short hair and a neutral expression is in a warmly lit room with blurred background elements. He's wearing a dark shirt.

Thought #10: "I had to hit the pause button on this one." When Nick looked up police records on Hazel Dobkins, it clearly states that she was released from San Quentin on July 7, 1965. This would have been impossible, because San Quentin became a men's only prison in 1933.

Close-up of a computer screen displaying text about a person released from San Quentin on July 7, 1985, with prior arrest record details.

Thought #11: This is 1992, and the Black guy in the movie is playing a non-stereotypical role, “Wow, that’s a surprise!

A man in a white shirt and red tie looks serious. The background is blurred with colorful lights suggesting a cityscape at night.

Thought #12: Moments after Gus is murdered, suspicion points to Beth. Although she is innocent, it didn't help much that she always seemed suspicious.

Woman with dark hair looks upward, wearing a light-colored top. Warm lighting creates a dramatic mood against a plain background.

Thought #13: While making love to Nick, Catherine's weapon of choice is underneath the bed. "What is it with this chick's obsession with ice picks!"

Close-up of a syringe lying on a reflective surface. The background has dramatic shadows and blue-toned lighting, creating a tense mood.

Thought #14: A woman who is of a 'certain persuasion', who happens to be wealthy and attractive..."Of course she got away with murder, Duh!"

A blonde woman in a cozy sweater smiles softly, sitting on a cushioned chair. The bright background suggests a sunny outdoor setting.

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