Body Heat is a 1981
neo-noir film written and directed by
Lawrence Kasdan. It stars
William Hurt,
Kathleen Turner,
Richard Crenna,
Ted Danson,
J.A. Preston and
Mickey Rourke. It may be cited as an example of
postmodern pastiche, as its sets are an intentional mix of visual eras.
A substantial portion of the film was shot in downtown
Lake Worth, Florida; and in the oceanside enclave of
Manalapan. Both communities are located in east-central
Palm Beach County, Florida.
The film launched Turner's movie career and was Kasdan's directorial debut.
