Caught (1996)

Caught (1996) is a gripping erotic thriller directed by Robert M. Young, featuring Edward James Olmos, María Conchita Alonso, and Arie Verveen. Set in Jersey City, the film delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and betrayal within a family dynamic disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious drifter.

🎬 Plot Summary

Joe (Edward James Olmos) and Betty (María Conchita Alonso) are a married couple running a modest fish market. Their routine life takes an unexpected turn when they offer shelter and employment to Nick (Arie Verveen), a young drifter. Nick quickly becomes an integral part of their lives, bonding with Joe over the fish business and igniting a passionate affair with Betty. The situation intensifies when their estranged son, Danny (Steven Schub), returns home, sensing the upheaval Nick has caused

🎭 Cast

• Edward James Olmos as Joe

• María Conchita Alonso as Betty

• Arie Verveen as Nick

• Steven Schub as Danny

• Bitty Schram as Amy

   

🎥 Production Details

• Director: Robert M. Young

• Writer: Edward Pomerantz

• Music: Chris Botti

• Cinematography: Michael F. Barrow

• Editing: Norman Buckley

• Runtime: 110 minutes

• Language: English

• Distributor: Sony Pictures Classics

🏆 Reception

Caught received critical acclaim for its intense narrative and strong performances. Roger Ebert praised the film for its serious approach to sexuality and emotional depth, highlighting the compelling dynamics between the characters. The film was noted for its exploration of complex themes and its departure from conventional thrillers.

Caught stands out as a poignant exploration of human desires and the fragile nature of relationships, making it a noteworthy entry in the genre of erotic thrillers.