Michael Rudder, an actor known for his work in the 1980s, appears in The Surrogate (1984) and Blindside (1987). In The Surrogate, he navigates the complexities of surrogate motherhood, a theme that resonates with the era's exploration of unconventional family dynamics. His role in Blindside further cements his place in the realm of exploitation cinema, where gritty narratives and bold performances often collide. Rudder's contributions embody the spirit of cult films that challenge societal norms and push boundaries.
Blindside
The sublimely derivative Blindside stirs up a modicum of tension. The principal character is a onetime surveillance expert, who after purchasing a motel can't resist the temptation of spying on his guests. No, there's no shower stabbing here, but there isa brutal murder. Before long, our peeping-tom protagonist is up to his chin in drug-traffic intrigue. As the voyeuristic hero, Harvey Keitel is the most recognizable performer in Blindside; with the exception of the always welcome Lolita Davidovich, the rest of the cast is unremarkable. Filmed in 1986, Blindside was released in the US in 1988.
