Close My Eyes (1991)
There are some relationships so taboo they're irresistible.
After some years of tension, Richard begins a sexual relationship with his sister Natalie. Now married, the relationship proves dangerously obsessional.
Director: Stephen Poliakoff
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 109 min
Release Date: November 22, 1991
Cast
- Alan Rickman - Sinclair
- Clive Owen - Richard
- Saskia Reeves - Natalie Bryant
- Karl Johnson - Colin
- Lesley Sharp - Jessica
- Kate Gartside - Paula
- Karen Knight - Philippa
- Niall Buggy - Geof
- Campbell Morrison - Scotsman
- Annie Hayes - Receptionist
Screenplay
Music: Michael Gibbs
Cinematography: Witold Stok
Editing: Michael Parkinson
Production: Beambright, Film4 Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Box Office: $135,893
Original Language: en
Themes
Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty, Moving Relationship Stories, Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Forbidden Love Between Feuding Clans, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt
Keywords
river thames, wheelchair, marriage, forbidden love, based on play or musical, wealth, taboo, incest, brother sister sex, brother sister relationship, brother sister incest
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Close My Eyes about?
- After some years of tension, Richard begins a sexual relationship with his sister Natalie. Now married, the relationship proves dangerously obsessional.
- Who directed Close My Eyes?
- Close My Eyes was directed by Stephen Poliakoff.
- Who stars in Close My Eyes?
- Close My Eyes stars Alan Rickman, Clive Owen, Saskia Reeves, Karl Johnson, Lesley Sharp, Kate Gartside.
- How long is Close My Eyes?
- Close My Eyes has a runtime of 1h 49m (109 minutes).
- What genre is Close My Eyes?
- Close My Eyes is a Drama, Romance film.
- How much did Close My Eyes gross?
- Close My Eyes grossed $135,893 worldwide.
- Where was Close My Eyes produced?
- Close My Eyes was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Close My Eyes?
- The themes of Close My Eyes include: Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty, Moving Relationship Stories, Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Forbidden Love Between Feuding Clans, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt.