On this day March 9 1984 the psychological thriller Mikes Murders premiered in theaters. Directed by James Bridges the film starred Debra Winger as a woman drawn into a dangerous mystery after the brutal murder of her friend Mike played by Mark Keyloun. As she investigates his death she uncovers a web of crime and deception that puts her own life at risk.
Despite its intriguing premise and Winger’s strong performance Mikes Murders struggled at the box office earning just 1 million against a 6.3 million budget. The film received mixed reviews with some praising its moody atmosphere while others found its unconventional narrative structure difficult to follow.
Fun fact: The film was originally shot in a nonlinear structure but was re-edited into a more traditional format before release due to studio concerns about audience reception.
Trivia question: Debra Winger rose to fame after starring in what 1980 romantic drama opposite John Travolta?
Despite its intriguing premise and Winger’s strong performance Mikes Murders struggled at the box office earning just 1 million against a 6.3 million budget. The film received mixed reviews with some praising its moody atmosphere while others found its unconventional narrative structure difficult to follow.
Fun fact: The film was originally shot in a nonlinear structure but was re-edited into a more traditional format before release due to studio concerns about audience reception.
Trivia question: Debra Winger rose to fame after starring in what 1980 romantic drama opposite John Travolta?
