Hardcore
A conservative Midwest businessman ventures into the sordid underworld of pornography in search of his runaway teenage daughter who’s making hardcore films in the pits of Los Angeles.
Release Year
1979
Runtime
108 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Drama, Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A conservative Midwest businessman ventures into the sordid underworld of pornography in search of his runaway teenage daughter who’s making hardcore films in the pits of Los Angeles.
Why This Page Helps
Hardcore is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Hardcore is best for viewers who want drama, crime, thriller without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Hardcore have?
The tone is best described as dark, which is why this page links into more mood-based guides instead of leaving you with genre labels alone.
How complex is Hardcore?
Hardcore lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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