Bitter Moon (1992)
Kernel Score: 77% · 831 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Thriller, Drama, Romance
Released: 1992-09-02
Runtime: 139 minutes
Overview
A passenger on a cruise ship develops an irresistible infatuation with an eccentric paraplegic's wife.
Bitter Moon parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated drama centers on an obsessive, sadomasochistic relationship aboard a cruise ship.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Some disturbing psychological and physical elements accompany the toxic relationship depicted.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Intense — The film features eroticism, sadomasochism, and voyeuristic sexual content central to its plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Peter Coyote as Oscar
- Emmanuelle Seigner as Mimi
- Hugh Grant as Nigel
- Kristin Scott Thomas as Fiona
- Victor Banerjee as Mr. Singh
- Sophie Patel as Amrita Singh
- Patrick Albenque as Steward
- Smilja Mihailovitch as Bridge Player
- Leo Eckmann as Bridge Player
- Luca Vellani as Dado
Bitter Moon FAQ
Is Bitter Moon good?
Bitter Moon has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 831 audience ratings.
Is Bitter Moon OK for kids?
Bitter Moon is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated drama centers on an obsessive, sadomasochistic relationship aboard a cruise ship.
What movies are like Bitter Moon?
If you liked Bitter Moon, try In the Mood for Love, Little Fish, Law of Desire and Saw.