Used Innocence (1989)

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Released:
1989-02-22

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.

Director:
James Benning

Runtime:
1h 35min

Genre:
Documentary

  • Cast:
  • Kevin Henderson
    as
    Sean Schultz
  • Michael Weber
    as
    Investigator
  • James Benning
    as
    (voice)
  • Dick Blau
    as
    Narrator
  • Jack Fuller
    as
    Robert Kraemer