9½ Weeks. They Broke Every Rule.
"9½ Weeks" is an erotic drama film directed by Adrian Lyne and released in 1986. The film stars Mickey Rourke and Kim Basinger in lead roles. The story revolves around the intense and obsessive relationship between an art gallery employee named Elizabeth (Kim Basinger) and a mysterious Wall Street broker named John (Mickey Rourke).
The title "9½ Weeks" refers to the duration of the main characters' intense and highly charged affair. The film explores themes of passion, desire, and the complexities of a relationship fueled by physical and emotional extremes. It gained attention for its explicit and provocative scenes, as well as its portrayal of sexual fantasies and power dynamics.
While the film received mixed reviews from critics, it has achieved a degree of cult status, particularly for its erotic content and the memorable use of music, including the hit song "You Can Leave Your Hat On" by Joe Cocker. "9½ Weeks" is often cited in discussions about erotic cinema and remains a notable entry in the genre.