On the Edge

On the Edge

Tales that will take you to the edge... If you dare...

R 2001 · 95 min · ★ 5.5 · Romance, Comedy, Science Fiction, Drama

A compendium of three short science-fiction films, each with a decidedly feminist slant.

Directed by Helen Mirren · Written by Crispin Whittell

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