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Blue Seduction

Blue Seduction is a men's fragrance launched by actor in 2007, created by Olivier Cresp as part of his celebrity-endorsed line produced by Puig. Classified as an Oriental scent, it combines fresh aquatic and fruity elements with warm woody and spicy undertones to evoke natural seduction and youthful energy. The fragrance opens with vibrant top notes of , , , and , providing a crisp, invigorating burst reminiscent of summer freshness. Heart notes transition into a spicy and aquatic core featuring accord, , , sea water, and green apple, adding a sensual layer. The base settles into a warm, woody finish with , , and , delivering longevity and a captivating depth suitable for casual daytime wear. Blue Seduction gained popularity for its affordable pricing and approachable profile, often praised for its versatility across seasons and its embodiment of Banderas's charismatic persona. In , a women's counterpart was introduced as a fragrance with fruity top notes like and , expanding the seductive theme to a feminine . The line remains a staple in the celebrity fragrance market, available in various sizes such as 50ml and 100ml sprays.

Synopsis and Characters

Plot

Mikey Taylor, a once-successful rock musician who has been sober for over a decade, struggles to reignite his career while committed to maintaining his to his supportive , Joyce. Living a quiet life after years of excess that derailed his fame, Mikey pours his efforts into writing new material for a potential comeback , but his creativity has waned, leaving him frustrated and isolated. One evening at a dimly lit bar, Mikey encounters Matty, a captivating young aspiring vocalist and devoted fan of his past work, who approaches him with flattery and shared musical interests. What begins as an innocent conversation quickly escalates into as Matty lures him with offers of collaboration, introducing and drugs that shatter his ; their passionate encounters lead to intense sexual involvement, pulling Mikey deeper into and away from his stable routine. As Mikey's intensifies, his marriage deteriorates amid heated arguments with Joyce, who senses his growing distance and suspects , straining their long-standing bond forged through his previous recoveries. Matty, revealing her manipulative side, exploits Mikey's vulnerabilities and industry contacts to advance her own ambitions for stardom, pressuring him to promote her talent while entangling him further in her web of desire and deceit. The narrative reaches its climax when, after Mikey attempts to end the affair and obtains a , Matty retaliates by Joyce and forcing Mikey to choose between saving his wife or succumbing to her demands. This tense confrontation exposes Matty's self-serving intentions, leading Mikey to reject her influence in a desperate bid for redemption. In the resolution, as Mikey is rushed to in an following the ordeal, the film's ambiguous ending leaves his survival and future with Joyce uncertain, underscoring the destructive allure of his past temptations.

Cast

The principal cast of Blue Seduction features in the lead role of Mikey Taylor, a recovering addict and former navigating personal and professional challenges. plays Matty, the seductive antagonist and an ambitious young singer seeking stardom within the music industry. Jane Wheeler portrays Joyce, Mikey's supportive wife who embodies stability in his tumultuous life. Supporting the ensemble are Bernard Robichaud as Stanley, Mikey's manager who assists in efforts to revive his career, and Robbie O'Neill as Dickie Kline, a key contact in the music business. Stevens appears as Jan, contributing to the film's social scenes. Additional supporting roles include Linton as , who provides intervention in critical situations.

Production

Development

The script for Blue Seduction was written by Jacqueline Giroux, exploring themes of seduction and exploitation within the music industry. Timothy Bond was selected to direct, bringing his experience in television episodes and feature films, including thrillers, to the low-budget project. The film was produced by Giroux and Benoit J. Martin under B&J Productions Inc., in co-production with Image In Media, a Canadian company; financing came primarily from Canadian sources, including a of approximately $1.1 million CAD from the , supplemented by a $150,000 CAD investment from Global Entertainment Holdings, Inc. Billy Zane stars as the recovering musician Mikey Taylor, and Estella Warren was cast as the seductive vocalist Matty. The project was greenlit around 2008, following an exclusive license agreement signed on September 22, 2008, with production financing secured by October 2, 2008.

Filming

Principal photography for Blue Seduction began on November 8, 2008, in , , selected for its visual resemblance to settings in the story. The production utilized as the primary location for urban scenes and nearby rural areas to portray isolated environments. To maintain a low of $1,600,000, the film was shot with a small , yielding a final of 91 minutes. Philip Hurn handled the visual capture. Editing was completed by Marc Savoie. New Brunswick's coastal landscapes briefly enhanced the film's evocative "blue" atmosphere in select exterior shots.

Release and Reception

Release

premiered as a movie in on April 6, 2009. In the United States, it was distributed by Media for television and for home video, with the DVD release occurring on November 17, 2009. International distribution included releases in by , alongside DVD editions for non-U.S. territories. Home media releases were confined to DVD format in 2009–2010, with no major Blu-ray edition produced. Following its initial rollout, the film saw limited streaming availability, including addition to in select regions after 2010, though its low profile has restricted broader access; as of November 2025, it remains available on platforms like (free in the United States), (select regions), and for rent/purchase on and . Primarily a and production, Blue Seduction generated no data, reflecting its modest distribution scale. The film's 91-minute runtime suited standard broadcast slots.

Critical reception

Blue Seduction garnered largely negative critical reception, reflected in its low aggregate scores across major review platforms. On , the film holds a 12% Tomatometer score based on 12 critic reviews, indicating widespread disapproval. Similarly, users rated it 3.8 out of 10 from 574 votes, underscoring its poor standing among audiences. Critics and viewers frequently highlighted the film's polarizing erotic elements, with many decrying an overreliance on at the expense of depth, alongside wooden performances that failed to elevate the material. Common critiques also targeted the clichéd plot, low production values reminiscent of a made-for-TV effort, and an unoriginal story that borrowed heavily from erotic thrillers without innovation. Despite the overall negativity, some positive notes emerged in user feedback, particularly regarding the integration of music into the pacing, which a subset of viewers found engaging and effective in building tension. response proved mixed, with fans of the erotic thriller genre tending to rate it higher—averaging around 4 out of 10—while general viewers panned its lack of emotional or intellectual substance. This divide often centered on the performances, where Billy Zane's efforts received occasional praise for commitment, though Estella Warren's delivery was more consistently critiqued as stiff and unconvincing.

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