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Drama Cult Classic

A Milwaukee policewoman becomes the center of a sensational murder case in this true crime drama.

CALENDAR GIRL, COP, KILLER? THE BAMBI BEMBENEK STORY

1992 · 1h 40m · PG · Drama / TV Movie · IMDB TMDB

The saga of a colorful Milwaukee woman lays out her conviction in 1982 for killing her husband's  ex-wife.

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What is Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story about?

Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story is a 1992 American drama film directed by Jerry London about Laurencia 'Bambi' Bembenek, an attractive cop who was sentenced to prison in 1982 for killing her husband's ex-wife in Milwaukee.

Programmer's Pick

Paging Milwaukee: this TV-movie serves up scandal with a side of 1980s cop life, all anchored by Lindsay Frost as the notorious Bambi Bembenek. Come for the true crime, stay for the retro police drama and a cast that includes Linda Blair and Tobin Bell.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story dramatizes the true events surrounding Laurencia 'Bambi' Bembenek, an attractive Milwaukee policewoman whose life took a drastic turn in the early 1980s. As the film opens, Bembenek is convicted in 1982 for the murder of her husband's ex-wife, thrusting her into the spotlight as both a controversial figure and a media sensation. Through its depiction of Bembenek's personal and professional life, the film explores the intersection of law enforcement, gender, and notoriety, shedding light on a case that captivated the public's imagination. It's a drama about crime, perception, and the complexities of a woman caught in the system.

Details & Specs

Director
Jerry London
Writers
Larry Barber, Paul Barber
Release
1992
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
United States of America
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Also Known As
The Heart of the Lie

Cast & Crew

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Director: Jerry London Writers: Larry Barber +1 more
Timothy Busfield Timothy Busfield Fred Schultz Lindsay Frost Lindsay Frost Laurencia 'Bambi' Bembenek John Karlen John Karlen John Garner Linda Blair Linda Blair Jane Mader Tobin Bell Tobin Bell Peter Jurasik Peter Jurasik John Pleshette John Pleshette James Handy James Handy Tom Mason Tom Mason Frank Rutter Ed Lauter Ed Lauter Lieutenant Driscoll Don S. Davis Don S. Davis McCann Susanna Thompson Susanna Thompson Christine Stephen Liska Stephen Liska Razboni Steve Sandor Steve Sandor Sam Corbett MR Matt Roe Greg Esperson MS Mort Sertner Judge Anthony Addabbo Anthony Addabbo Nick Grant Gelt Grant Gelt Sean Adam Hendershott Adam Hendershott Shannon DT Daniel Trent Border Guard Jeanette O'Connor Jeanette O'Connor Manager RR Roger Rook Prison Guard JI Jay Irwin Wallen Ken Kerman Ken Kerman Sergeant Steve Chase Steve Chase Guy Kevin Brief Kevin Brief MC DO Dink O'Neal Photo Journalist JD John Dunbar Expert JM Johnny Mask Cop BH Bobby Harwell Plumber DW David Ward Man in Courtroom

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Why Cult

True Crime Retelling

The film is based on the real-life case of Bambi Bembenek, whose murder conviction made headlines in the early 1980s.

Female Police Officer Lead

Laurencia 'Bambi' Bembenek's journey from cop to media figure offers a rare 1980s look at women in law enforcement.

Calendar Girl Controversy

Bembenek's past as a model and calendar girl adds layers to her portrayal and the public's fascination with her case.

Notable TV Movie Cast

Featuring performances from Linda Blair and Tobin Bell, this film brings together familiar faces from cult and genre cinema.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story released? +

Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story was released in 1992.

Who directed Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story? +

Jerry London directed Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story.

How long is Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story? +

Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story has a runtime of 100 minutes.

What genre is Calendar Girl, Cop, Killer? The Bambi Bembenek Story? +

It is a drama and TV movie.

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