With its equal-opportunity full-frontal nudity, frank portrayal of human sexuality and unabashed depiction of brother-sister incest, it is difficult to see this latest film from Italian director Bernardo Bertolucci receiving anything but an NC-17 rating, which will drastically reduce boxoffice potential. Based on Gilbert Adair's 1988 novel "The Holy Innocents," this film can expect strong numbers in a few select urban areas but wash out everywhere else. Overseas boxoffice should be better, reflecting the less puritanical attitudes of Europeans.

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