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Used Innocence (1989)

Used Innocence (1989)

Documentary
Release Date: 1989, February 22
Directors: James Benning
Countries: United States of America
Cast: Kevin Henderson, Ron Vawter, Jan Miner, Michael Weber, Linda Clements, Dick Blau, Jack Fuller, Lawrencia Bembenek, Sue Choate

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.