Indecent Proposal (1993)

Berry finds the film’s moral premise gives way to selfishness, making it a commentary on early-1990s excess and emptiness. She nevertheless says its lead performances make it worth watching.

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The critic finds the film entertaining and sometimes compelling, but says its tension and quality falter by the end. He singles out Robert Redford’s performance and the mid-film emotional power struggles for praise.

McCarthy finds the film a high-concept story with weak delivery and an especially absurd ending. He praises Demi Moore’s lively, heartfelt performance as the film’s main source of emotional credibility.

The critic dismisses the film despite its promising premise. The review singles out the seven-figure offer as a great hook, but calls the movie poor.

Turan finds the film laughably implausible and says its earnest moral drama invites laughter instead of sympathy. He particularly criticizes Robert Redford’s low-energy performance and the filmmakers’ failure to make the wager’s consequences convincing.

Lane dismisses the film as vain, sluggish, and joyless, arguing that it turns a potentially comic premise into solemn trash. He especially condemns its worshipful portrayal of wealth, singling out the classroom scene where students admire Gage and his Rolls-Royce.

Carty finds the film engaging and romantic, with its provocative premise inviting debate. He especially praises Robert Redford’s magnetic performance and John Barry’s stirring score.