Cinematic Rating
Studio
Carlton America, Larry Thompson Entertainment
Directed By
A Date with Darkness: The Trial and Capture of Andrew Luster Review
MovieWise Analysis
The Story: A Date with Darkness: The Trial and Capture of Andrew Luster (2003) offers a fresh dive into the Drama, TV Movie genre. The plot follows a sequence where Andrew Luster, the heir to the Max factor fortune, is convicted of rape on 86 counts. This Lifetime original movie recounts the rapes committed by the infamous Andrew Luster and the women who brought him to justice.
Cinematic Style: Technically, the project takes a bold approach. Rather than relying on clichés, it uses its identity as a compelling cinematic journey to craft a world that feels both expansive and Logic-driven.
The Experience: The thematic depth here is surprising for a Drama, TV Movie title. It explores the human condition through a lens that feels grounded despite the cinematic scale of the production.
The Verdict: While many films in the Drama, TV Movie space rely on formula, this project takes risks with its storytelling. For fans of the cast, it provides plenty of depth to chew on long after the credits roll.
▶ Official A Date with Darkness: The Trial and Capture of Andrew Luster Trailer
Cinematic Stills from A Date with Darkness: The Trial and Capture of Andrew Luster