Debbie Watson

Heavenly Creatures -- Two girls have an intense fantasy life; their parents, concerned the fantasy is too intense, separate them, and the girls take revenge.

Romance and rock-n-roll come together in this '60s confection, as a rocker on his way down and a singer/dancer on the way up fall in love. Time capsule musical performances are provided by Glen Campbell, The Leaves (of "Hey Joe" fame) and the Bantams (an elementary school-aged supergroup).

The Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson helms this chilling true-life drama set in 1950s New Zealand about an obsessive friendship between two girls -- introvert Pauline (Melanie Lynskey) and self-confident Juliet (Kate Winslet, in her film debut) -- that led to murder. The two become increasingly inseparable, retreating to an imaginary world, until their relationship invites opposition from their families that ultimately begets blood.

Two girls have an intense fantasy life; their parents, concerned the fantasy is too intense, separate them, and the girls take revenge.

Two girls have an intense fantasy life; their parents, concerned the fantasy is too intense, separate them, and the girls take revenge.

Thrilling and provocative, Heavenly Creatures is the highly acclaimed, true-life story of the shocking crime that stunned a nation! When circumstances bring together two bright and highly imaginative teenage schoolgirls they quickly form an unwavering bond creating a fantasy world that only they can share. But soon their parents, disturbed by the intensity of the friendship, the girls vow to stay together, devising a secret plan that leads to shocking consequences! With captivating performances and startlingly original visual effects, Heavenly Creatures is gripping entertainment you won't soon forget!

The extraordinary story of two very imaginative teenage girls who form a joyous and exhilarating friendship centered on a common passion for fantasy and novel writing. Academy Award(r) Nomination - Screenplay; Winner Silver Lion Award 1994 Venice Film Festival.