Bad Influence
Wimpy young executive Michael is about to get pulverized by a jealous boyfriend in a bar when a handsome, mysterious stranger steps in—and then disappears. Later that night, Michael runs into a stranger on a pier, who wheedles his way into Michael's life and turns it upside down.
Release Year
1990
Runtime
99 min
Audience Score
6.0
Genres
Thriller
Story Snapshot
Wimpy young executive Michael is about to get pulverized by a jealous boyfriend in a bar when a handsome, mysterious stranger steps in—and then disappears. Later that night, Michael runs into a stranger on a pier, who wheedles his way into Michael's life and turns it upside down.
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Bad Influence is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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