Used Innocence (1989)

6.0/10 • 95 min • Documentary

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.

Cast

Kevin Henderson

James Benning

(voice)

Ron Vawter

Donald Eisenberg

Jan Miner

Laurie Bembenek

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