this be by far my favorite film of all time . that mainly because it not afraid to delve into some very politically incorrect topic ( such a spanking and female submissiveness ) that other mainstream film be just too timid to touch . nothing seem to be off limit in this film a the director freely develop the story without any concern give to possibly offend the viewer . however and i do not think anything be do here purely for shock value or to purposely offend anyone . sean young turn in an excellent and courageous performance . most established mainstream actress would not have take on this role or would have ask for some major script change before accept it . the other cast member do a fine job as well . have you notice that this movie hasn not appear on pay cable since an obligatory brief run a year after it hit the theater . have you ever wonder why . the obvious reason be that it just doesn not fit today political atmosphere . it seem quite ironic to me that some premium channel now carry softcore porn ( that get close and close to hardcore porn ) but will not carry a mainstream movie like love crime . sadly and even though this movie be only 11 year old and it could probably not be make today .