Dark Side of Genius
“Creating an erotic masterpiece can be murder.”
Synopsis
Julian Jons is a talented but troubled young artist. He has just been released from an asylum, where he has spent the last seven years for the murder of Anna, his girlfriend/model. Attempting to start painting again, he is pursued by journalist Jennifer Cole, who is intrigued by this complex, brooding man. Against the backdrop of the modern art world, she begins to dig into the past, fully aware that it holds painful memories for Julian, and perhaps danger for herself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 20, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phedon Papamichael
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick Stroppel
- Original Score
- Brent David Fraser, Tom Hiel
- Original Title
- Dark Side of Genius
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Pacific Shore Pictures, Skouras Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phedon Papamichael
Frederick Stroppel
Brent David Fraser, Tom Hiel
Phedon Papamichael
Briton J. Petrucelly
Ray Haboush, Richard Sheng, Lucas E. Devenn
Department Leadership Roster
Phedon Papamichael
Director
Frederick Stroppel
Writer
Phedon Papamichael
Director of Photography
Julie Rae Engelsman
Costume Design
Briton J. Petrucelly
Editor
Ray Haboush
Producer
Jon Gary Steele
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Side of Genius
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What is Dark Side of Genius about?
Julian Jons is a talented but troubled young artist. He has just been released from an asylum, where he has spent the last seven years for the murder of Anna, his girlfriend/model. Attempting to start painting again, he is pursued by journalist Jennifer Cole, who is intrigued by this complex, brooding man. Against the backdrop of the modern art world, she begins to dig into the past, fully aware that it holds painful memories for Julian, and perhaps danger for herself.
Who directed Dark Side of Genius?
Dark Side of Genius was directed by Phedon Papamichael.
Who stars in Dark Side of Genius?
The principal cast of Dark Side of Genius includes Brent David Fraser, Finola Hughes, Glenn Shadix, Moon Unit Zappa, Patrick Richwood.
When was Dark Side of Genius released and how long is it?
Dark Side of Genius was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Dark Side of Genius?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dark Side of Genius was composed by Brent David Fraser, Tom Hiel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dark Side of Genius?
Dark Side of Genius holds official age classifications: CA: R; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).