Reflections in a Dark Sky

In a sordid account of mutual charity, an alcoholic doctor tries to make a captive heroin addict kick her self-destructive behavior — and vice-versa.

Directed by Salvatore Maira, Reflections in a Dark Sky leans on a strong ensemble — Françoise Fabian, Anna Kanakis, Valerie Perrine — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1991.