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Kinky (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Kinky is a 2018 romantic drama starring Vivica A. Fox, Obba Babatundé and Robert Ri'chard. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $3.3 million worldwide on a $3.5 million budget. IMDb users rate it 3.1/10.

IMDb rating
3.1/10
worldwide gross
$3.3M
Echo Score
11
budget
$3.5M
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Kinky (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$3.5M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Kinky About?

The premise of Kinky without spoilers.

In affluent Atlanta, talented surgeon Joyce Carmichael embarks on a passionate romance with entrepreneur Darrin Bernard. However, her conservative Christian beliefs and personal struggles create internal conflict as their relationship intensifies. Drawn to explore her hidden desires, Joyce finds herself venturing into unfamiliar and forbidden territory, challenging her carefully built world and forcing her to confront the secrets she holds within. This is an intimate drama exploring themes of identity, desire, and the complexities of relationships.

Kinky Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
  • love
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Cast & crew

Kinky Cast & Characters

Vivica A. Fox leads the cast, with Obba Babatundé as Mr. Bernard and Robert Ri'chard.

Ratings

Kinky Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Kinky 3.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 11/100, strongest in art & craft (20) and weakest in rewatch factor (5).

11 /100

Kinky Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Kinky struggles across its creative, technical, and narrative elements. Critiques highlight pervasive flaws in performance, storytelling, and execution, leaving little to engage audiences. Acting is widely described as unconvincing and characters lack depth, while the plot fails to develop any coherent arc. Technical inconsistencies in sound and lighting further undermine immersion. The scant few who found merit in its attempt at erotic tension remain outliers against a consensus deeming the film largely forgettable. Net effect: a film with minimal lasting appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    In terms of art and craft, Kinky exhibits marked technical shortcomings that hinder its intended atmosphere. Editing lapses are evident in jarring scene transitions where dialogue repeats across cuts, and lighting shifts abruptly without clear rationale. Sound design fluctuates between muffled and overly bright acoustics, undermining consistency. These production missteps result in a visually and aurally disjointed presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 10

    Regarding character and emotion, performances in Kinky are broadly criticized for lacking conviction and depth. Lead actors convey little nuance, resulting in emotionally flat interactions and minimal chemistry. Character arcs fail to progress, making motivations opaque and memorable engagement scarce. Occasional supporting cast moments provide fleeting interest but cannot offset the prevailing absence of meaningful character development.

  • Story & Flow 5

    When it comes to story and flow, Kinky is perceived as largely incoherent and devoid of substantive narrative. Plotlines are introduced abruptly before cutting to conclusions, preventing meaningful development or tension. Pacing feels uneven, with key developments omitted and an abrupt ending that confounds viewer expectations. This lack of cohesion and originality yields a disengaging experience.

  • Sensory Experience 15

    In terms of sensory experience, Kinky demonstrates inconsistent audio and visual execution that detracts from immersion. Soundtrack presence is minimal, and sound design frequently alternates between distorted and hollow acoustics. Visual style suffers from erratic lighting decisions and uninspired composition. As a result, the film’s intended atmosphere is compromised by mismatched sensory elements.

  • Rewatch Factor 5

    Regarding rewatch value, Kinky offers little incentive for revisiting. Initial viewings predominantly induce frustration rather than enjoyment, owing to narrative shortcomings and technical flaws. With minimal emotional or thematic resonance, subsequent viewings are unlikely to reveal new insights or appeal. Overall, the film’s deficiencies limit any lasting or repeat attraction.

Box office

Kinky Box Office & Budget

Kinky grossed $3.3 million worldwide on a $3.5 million budget, 94% of what it cost. $900,451 came from the US and Canada and $2.4 million (73%) from the rest of the world.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$3.3M

94% of its budget back

US & Canada
$900.5K
International
$2.4M
Budget
$3.5M
US & Canada 27% Rest of the world 73%
Videos

Kinky Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

'KINKY' Official Trailer in Theaters Oct 12, 2018!
  • Trailer Kinky (2018) Vivica A. Fox, Romance Movie - Trailer #1 [HD]
Details

Kinky Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “کینکی” and “Порочная”.

Also known as
  • کینکی
  • Порочная
  • كينكي

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FAQ

Kinky FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Kinky, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Kinky?

Kinky runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Kinky released?

Kinky was released on October 12, 2018.

Who is in the cast of Kinky?

Kinky stars Vivica A. Fox, Obba Babatundé as Mr. Bernard and Robert Ri'chard, among 17 credited actors.

How much did Kinky make at the box office?

Kinky grossed $3.3 million worldwide ($900,451 domestic, $2.4 million international) on a budget of $3.5 million.

How is Kinky rated?

Kinky has 3.1/10 on IMDb, 65% on TMDB and 4.9/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Kinky have a post-credit scene?

No. Kinky has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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