Impure Thoughts
Synopsis
Four male friends are reunited after not being in contact with each other for several years. However, the meeting place is Purgatory, the afterlife state of limbo between heaven and hell. In Purgatory, these friends reflect on their pasts while they were living. They especially focus on their years in Catholic School and their coming of age. This film talks a lot about sexual issues. One of the characters is an 18-year old sent to Vietnam who dies without ever losing his virginity and there is a middle-aged, homosexual alcoholic playwright who has still has problems dealing with his identity.
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John Putch
Danny Stubbs
Terry Beaver
William Miller
Brad Dourif
Kevin Harrington
Lane Davies
Steve Barrett
Benji Wilhoite
Young Bill Miller
J.J. Sacha
Young Danny Stubbs
Sam McPhaul
Young Kevin Harrington
Jason Jones
Young Steve Barrett
Mary Nell Santacroce
Sister Gertrude
Mary Elizabeth McDonough
Sister Juliet
Sandra Dorsey
Sister Othilda
Randi Layne
Sister Joan of Arc
Muriel Moore
Sister Edmunda
Carol Hayes
Sister Scholastica
Donna Smith
Sister Atta
Judith Anderson
The Sister of Purgatory (voice)
Joe Conley
Father Minnelli
Alyson Hannigan
Patty Stubbs
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael A. Simpson
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael A. Simpson, Michael J. Malloy
- Original Title
- Impure Thoughts
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael A. Simpson
Michael A. Simpson, Michael J. Malloy
William Vanderkloot
Department Leadership Roster
Michael A. Simpson
Writer
Michael A. Simpson
Director
Michael J. Malloy
Writer
William Vanderkloot
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Impure Thoughts
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What is Impure Thoughts about?
Four male friends are reunited after not being in contact with each other for several years. However, the meeting place is Purgatory, the afterlife state of limbo between heaven and hell. In Purgatory, these friends reflect on their pasts while they were living. They especially focus on their years in Catholic School and their coming of age. This film talks a lot about sexual issues. One of the characters is an 18-year old sent to Vietnam who dies without ever losing his virginity and there is a middle-aged, homosexual alcoholic playwright who has still has problems dealing with his identity.
Who directed Impure Thoughts?
Impure Thoughts was directed by Michael A. Simpson.
Who stars in Impure Thoughts?
The principal cast of Impure Thoughts includes John Putch, Terry Beaver, Brad Dourif, Lane Davies, Benji Wilhoite.
When was Impure Thoughts released and how long is it?
Impure Thoughts was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Impure Thoughts?
Impure Thoughts holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).