Kissed
“Love can leave you cold.”
Synopsis
As a child, Sandra Larson was fixated on death. As a mortician, she discovers that her fixation goes beyond not just preparations and embalming, but into necrophilia. Medical student Matt has feelings for Sandra, but her taste in men is the barrier for their relationship.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2016-05-24
Top Cast
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Molly Parker
Sandra Larson
Peter Outerbridge
Matt
Jay Brazeau
Mr. Wallis
Natasha Morley
Young Sandra
Jessie Winter Mudie
Carol
James Timmons
Jan
Joe Maffei
Biology Teacher
Robert Thurston
Detective
Annabel Kershaw
Sandra's Mother
Tim Dixon
Sandra's Father
Amber Warnat
Lisa Brown
Bill Finck
Minister
Janet Craig
Mourner
Edward Davey
Embalming Prof.
Hamish Wilson
Gurney Goner
Valerie Boeke
Cancer Corpse
Jeff Richards
Tony the Torso
Noel Boulanger
Prep Room Demo
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival (4K Restoration)
Festival / Special Debut
October 23, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynne Stopkewich
- Screenplay & Story
- Angus Fraser, Lynne Stopkewich
- Original Score
- Don MacDonald
- Original Title
- Kissed
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Boneyard Film Company Inc., British Columbia Film, Canada Council for the Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynne Stopkewich
Angus Fraser, Lynne Stopkewich, Barbara Gowdy
Don MacDonald
Gregory Middleton
John Pozer, Lynne Stopkewich, Peter Roeck
Lynne Stopkewich, John Pozer, Dean English
Department Leadership Roster
Angus Fraser
Screenplay
Lynne Stopkewich
Director
Lynne Stopkewich
Screenplay
Lynne Stopkewich
Producer
John Pozer
Editor
Lynne Stopkewich
Editor
Eric McNab
Production Design
Gregory Middleton
Director of Photography
Peter Roeck
Editor
Barb Nixon
Costume Design
Don MacDonald
Original Music Composer
Dean English
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kissed
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kissed about?
As a child, Sandra Larson was fixated on death. As a mortician, she discovers that her fixation goes beyond not just preparations and embalming, but into necrophilia. Medical student Matt has feelings for Sandra, but her taste in men is the barrier for their relationship.
Who directed Kissed?
Kissed was directed by Lynne Stopkewich.
Who stars in Kissed?
The principal cast of Kissed includes Molly Parker, Peter Outerbridge, Jay Brazeau, Natasha Morley, Jessie Winter Mudie.
When was Kissed released and how long is it?
Kissed was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Kissed?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kissed was composed by Don MacDonald.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kissed?
Kissed holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).