Disclosure
December. 09,1994 RA computer specialist is sued for sexual harassment by a former lover turned boss who initiated the act forcefully, which threatens both his career and his personal life.
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Disclosure came at just about the right time. Computers and the use of technology such as virtual reality was at its height in the early 90s, as were work place harassment and issues related to that. Certainly in Hollywood it seemed that is all they made and Michael Douglas seemed to have a propensity to choose such scripts where he is falsely accused and framed. Demi Moore is ravishing here and the pacing is really good. The setting used is good- scenic Pacific Northwest as opposed to Los Angeles and New York City. You should watch this film if you haven't already.
Tom Sanders is a married man with two kids who works in the computer industry. One day, prepared to receive a well-deserved promotion, he's in for a shock. Not only he does not get it but he also gets involved in a sexual harassment scandal (with his boss and old girlfriend) which can destroy not only his career, but also his family. Together with his well-known lawyer, he must fight with his company which is determined to destroy him using all possible means.It's a psychological movie which will show you how can a person become attacked, blackmailed and betrayed by a company who wants to get rid of him no matter what. It features a very complex plot, full of unexpected events, with a couple of well-described characters which contribute to a very interesting idea. A very good movie without any doubt!
Disclosure is a sort of pr...tease, as to the R rating, which here was completely unwarranted. Going to see it on the first day with my folks, which was a hot one, here was a film, Douglas fitted perfectly. As seeing him in many other tough roles, here he puts down is dukes, in what is one of his best performances. Disclosure is basically a revenge tale, where we have advanced in the computer age, and as you know, revenge is sweet. Having partially read the novel, as they're was much talk of demographics, computer chips, where I'd much more prefer the movie, the lengthy film has old jilted flame, Demi Moore taking Douglas step up role in this computer business, where she's now his boss. I must say, I liked Moore's performance, here. She plays the bitch so well. She sets up a private liason with Douglas in her office at the computer plant, to talk over some business, and it isn't soon before he's seduced by her, letting her do her thing, because of the weaker position he holds, and he is too, a week character which again, he wonderfully play. He bails, Moore threatening to destroy him, and this was her plan all along. What begins is a long draining court process with wifee (Goodall), where Moore claims rape, and with a merger coming up, this is the worst possible timing. The film was very interesting in the way the legal process was handled from both sides. Quite in-depth, Moore disputing a lot, saying Douglas came onto her, where his hope dwindles more and more. He hires a woman solicitor, (Roma Mafia) the scene stealer here, who has a speciality in these cases and she is good. I loved near the end when Douglas put on that computer equipment, I found myself dizzy watching it. Sutherland is great and slightly menacing as the company's big boss. But really, the film is really blown out of light plot, and a lot of times it strangely feels like it veers away from it's story of harassment, where our big boys at the computer office, are more interested with the merger going through, instead of Douglas's troubles. The film, which is a little slick is still worth a watch, if for Douglas fans, and as for Moore's character in the end, that is something that's very much disclosed.
This is an exciting little drama thriller where computer specialist Tom Sanders (Michael Douglas) is sued for sexual harassment by former lover-turned-boss Meredith Johnson (Demi Moore), who actually instigated the act. This puts Tom's reputation and family life on the line.From Meredith's sensual desires to her crafty accusations, Demi Moore proves should could play a seductive, powerful and devious villain. And, Douglas gave a vulnerable, yet commanding performance as Tom Sanders, attempting relentlessly to prove his innocence. He and Demi have strong head-butting chemistry that adds on to the suspense and thrills to this movie. The supporting cast also did a great job in their respective roles, providing dry wit and dark humor in an otherwise thrilling drama.The movie also provides an interesting inside look in the corporate workplace, where gender roles sometimes collide and the consequences it produces. While the plot is somewhat predictable, the overall tension, twists-and-turns, and powerful acting, especially during the courtroom drama, make this film an edge-of-your-seat ride.Grade B