Body of Evidence

About

"Body of Evidence" is a single-player arcade game centered around a morbid task - disposing of dead bodies. With a good plot and low-poly noir style, players must quickly and professionally hide bodies in various ways, from lockers to acid barrels, across 30 unique crime scenes. The game features advanced ragdoll physics, black humor, and a diverse range of jobs from cops to the mafia, with multiple ways to complete each level.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews

story9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Madonna's performance, while not stellar, is considered decent given the material she had to work with, and her physical presence is a significant draw for the film.
The film features a strong supporting cast, including Willem Dafoe, Julianne Moore, and Joe Mantegna, who deliver commendable performances despite the weak script.
Body of Evidence is seen as a nostalgic piece of 90s erotic thrillers, providing entertainment value for those who appreciate the genre and its campy elements.

The script is criticized for being weak and predictable, leading to a lack of engagement with the plot and characters.
Madonna's acting is often described as subpar, with many reviewers feeling she lacks the depth needed for her role as a femme fatale.
The courtroom scenes are deemed tedious and poorly executed, detracting from the overall pacing and tension of the film.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
13%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intriguing plot twists and character consistency, while others criticize it for being predictable and weak. Although certain elements, like unnecessary scenes, detract from the overall narrative, many viewers found the story engaging and well-executed, highlighting its potential for inspiration in writing. Overall, opinions vary widely, reflecting a blend of appreciation and disappointment in the storytelling quality.
- “We thought it was very interesting, well acted, and loved the story.”
- “It really is a well-done story and well edited movie.”
- “Riveting story line done well”
- “The plot is fairly basic and somewhat predictable.”
- “Back to this movie, I found much of the storyline weak and implausible.”
- “Also, the story is flimsy and the ending tries too hard.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the optimization of performances, with some praising individual actors like Madonna and Willem Dafoe, while others criticize the overall chemistry and screenplay quality. The inconsistency in performances and script coherence suggests that the optimization of the film's elements could have been improved for a more cohesive viewing experience.
- “Mismatched with Madonna, who gives one of her worst performances in her limited acting career, there is a distinct lack of chemistry between the actors with a muddled script.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics in the film are heavily edited, particularly in the sex scenes, to reduce their explicitness for the R-rated version, which still retains some graphic elements that may be shocking to viewers. Despite the editing, the overall presentation is criticized for being dull and accompanied by poor acting, particularly from Madonna.
- “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to impress, making the overall experience feel lackluster.”
- “The character models look outdated and lack detail, which detracts from immersion.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, lacking the visual variety that would keep players engaged.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the film is noted for its strong associations with popular songs, such as Weird Al Yankovic's "Ode to a Superhero" and Hall and Oates' "Maneater," which enhance the characters and themes. While the soundtrack is impactful, some reviews suggest that the acting, particularly by Madonna, does not match the quality of the music, indicating that the film's musical elements are a standout feature.
- “Madonna plays Rebecca Carlson, a charismatic and seductive woman who tragically makes a person think of the 'Maneater' song by Hall and Oates when you watch the film.”
- “Her acting was never near the level of her singing; I thought she did okay in 'Evita', but the music carried that film.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the narrative highlights the complex feelings of jealousy and animosity that Joanne Braslow harbors towards Rebecca Carlson, which complicates the protagonist's emotional involvement with Rebecca and leads him to question his client's alibi. This interplay of emotions adds depth to the characters and intensifies the storyline.
- “The viewer is shown right away that a woman who was close to Carlson’s lover, Joanne Braslow (Anne Archer), secretly hates Rebecca Carlson and is emotionally painted to be a little jealous of Rebecca too.”
- “However, he gets emotionally involved with her and begins having doubts about his client's alibi.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate a notable absence of humor in the game, with players expressing disappointment over the lack of engaging or amusing elements.
- “There isn't a hint of humor or allure that misses.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the courtroom scenes to be excessively tedious, contributing to a sense of grinding in the gameplay experience.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over, and it became incredibly boring.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding made me lose interest in the game.”