Overview
Sam Bowden is a small-town corporate attorney. Max Cady is a tattooed, cigar-smoking, Bible-quoting, psychotic rapist. What do they have in common? 14 years ago, Sam was a public defender assigned to Max Cady's rape trial, and he made a serious error: he hid a document from his illiterate client that could have gotten him acquitted. Now, the cagey Cady has been released, and he intends to teach Sam Bowden and his family a thing or two about loss.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Cape Fear?
Cape Fear was directed by Martin Scorsese.
What was the budget and revenue for Cape Fear?
The official budget was $35,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $182,300,000 worldwide.
Where was Cape Fear produced?
It was produced by companies including Amblin Entertainment, Cappa Productions, Tribeca Productions, Universal Pictures in United States of America.
Cape Fear Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Cape Fear wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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