Two strangers, Wall Street trader John (Mickey Rourke) and art gallery assistant Elizabeth (Kim Basinger), become involved in a new relationship. What begins as a courtship, though, becomes extremely sexual, as John begins to push for more daring and kinky scenarios, including striptease and bondage. Although their passion is strong, Elizabeth starts to realize that John is not sharing any part of his life besides sex. She must decide what she wants from their relationship.
For me, 9½ Weeks is a film in which its various flaws are overcome by the sizzling chemistry between the two leads. I say this because the film often feels like the thin plot is overshadowed by the intensely erotic and outrageous sex scenes which the film is known for. So although the film isn't rich in story or direction, Rourke and Basinger's erotic tension makes the characters and their relationship convincing and the film worthwhile and enjoyable to watch.
For me, 9½ Weeks is a film in which its various flaws are overcome by the sizzling chemistry between the two leads. I say this because the film often feels like the thin plot is overshadowed by the intensely erotic and outrageous sex scenes which the film is known for. So although the film isn't rich in story or direction, Rourke and Basinger's erotic tension makes the characters and their relationship convincing and the film worthwhile and enjoyable to watch.