Cape Fear

Crime Thriller

United States

English

November 15, 1991

2hr 8min

Status: released

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Movie Details:

Based on	Cape Fear 1962 film by James R. Webb The Executioners 1957 novel by John D. MacDonald
Country	United States
Language	English
Genres	Crime, Thriller
Release date	November 15, 1991
Running time	2hr 8min
Age rating	R
Starring	Robert De Niro Nick Nolte Jessica Lange Joe Don Baker Robert Mitchum Gregory Peck
Directed by	Martin Scorsese
Screenplay by	Wesley Strick
Produced by	Barbara De Fina
Cinematography by	Freddie Francis
Edited by	Thelma Schoonmaker
Music by	Bernard Herrmann Elmer Bernstein (adaptation)
Production Company	Amblin Entertainment Cappa Films Tribeca Productions
Distributor	Universal Pictures

Cast & Characters:

Robert De Niro as Max Cady
Nick Nolte as Sam Bowden
Jessica Lange as Leigh Bowden
Juliette Lewis as Danielle “Danny” Bowden
Joe Don Baker as Claude Kersek
Robert Mitchum as Lieutenant Elgart
Gregory Peck as Lee Heller
Martin Balsam as Judge
Illeana Douglas as Lori Davis
Fred Dalton Thompson as Tom Broadbent
Zully Montero as Graciela
Domenica Cameron-Scorsese as Danny’s girlfriend

Storyline:

The film follows Max Cady (Robert De Niro), a convicted rapist who seeks revenge against his former public defender, Sam Bowden (Nick Nolte). Cady believes that Bowden’s poor defense tactics during his trial led to his 14-year imprisonment. Upon his release, Cady uses his knowledge of the law to stalk and terrorize Bowden and his family, leading to a tense and dangerous confrontation.

About Movie:

Cape Fear is an American psychological thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese. It is a remake of the 1962 film of the same name, which was based on the 1957 novel The Executioners by John D. MacDonald. The film stars Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte, Jessica Lange, Joe Don Baker, and Juliette Lewis, with Robert Mitchum and Gregory Peck making cameo appearances.

Cape Fear was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics. De Niro’s performance as Cady was particularly praised, earning him nominations for several awards, including the Oscars and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor. The film was noted for its intense atmosphere and psychological depth, exploring themes of vengeance, guilt, and moral ambiguity.

The film is regarded as one of Scorsese’s notable works and showcases his ability to blend suspense with character-driven storytelling. It has influenced subsequent thrillers and remains a significant entry in the genre.

Overall, Cape Fear stands out for its compelling performances and Scorsese’s masterful direction, making it a classic psychological thriller that continues to resonate with audiences today.