Used Innocence

Overview

Using experimental narrative structure as his vehicle, Benning recreates the sensationalized and controversial circumstances surrounding Lorencia Bembenek, aka "Bambi", former "Playboy bunny" turned cop, turned accused and convicted killer who disappeared after a daring escape from prison. The film shows the evolution of Benning's and Bembenek's relationship presented through their actual letters read in voice over which depict the filmmaker's curiosity with the subject as it evolves from intrigue to a love obsession.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 22, 1989

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Cast

Ron Vawter,James Benning,Jack Fuller,Kevin Henderson,Lawrencia Bembenek,Linda Clements,Dick Blau,Michael Weber,Jan Miner,Sue Choate

Director

James Benning

Writer

James Benning

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0163888