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Blue Desert 1991

★ 3.712 votes97 min📅 1991-07-11

"Never run...where you can't hide."

In *Blue Desert (1991)*, directed by Bradley Battersby, a comic-book artist named Lisa Roberts flees the shadows of New York City after a traumatic assault, seeking solace in the seemingly quiet sprawl of an Arizona small town.

Director: Bradley Battersby

Cast

D. B. Sweeney
D. B. Sweeney
Steve Smith
Courteney Cox
Courteney Cox
Lisa Roberts
Craig Sheffer
Craig Sheffer
Randall Atkins
Philip Baker Hall
Philip Baker Hall
Joe
Sandy Ward
Sandy Ward
Walter
Pete Schrum
Pete Schrum
Burly Man (as Pete Schrum)
Anne Bellamy
Anne Bellamy
Emily
Robert Miano
Robert Miano
William Karp
Tom Finnegan
Tom Finnegan
Ed O'Donnell
Connie Sawyer
Connie Sawyer
Elderly Lady 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Desert (1991) about?

After surviving a violent assault, comic-book artist Lisa Roberts relocates to a remote Arizona town, hoping for a fresh start. But the idyllic setting masks a lurking menace, forcing her to confront whether safety was ever truly an option.

Who directed Blue Desert?

Bradley Battersby helmed *Blue Desert*, guiding a tense narrative that blends psychological thriller elements with small-town suspense.

Who stars in Blue Desert?

The film features D. B. Sweeney, Courteney Cox, Craig Sheffer, and Philip Baker Hall among its key cast.

Is Blue Desert (1991) worth watching?

While not widely rated, *Blue Desert* offers a moody, atmospheric take on the thriller genre, appealing to fans of suspenseful storytelling with a touch of mystery. Its 1991 vintage adds retro charm for collectors of classic indie thrillers.

How long is Blue Desert?

The film runs for 97 minutes.

About Blue Desert (1991) — A haunting thriller about fleeing danger, only to find it waiting in the desert

In *Blue Desert (1991)*, directed by Bradley Battersby, a comic-book artist named Lisa Roberts flees the shadows of New York City after a traumatic assault, seeking solace in the seemingly quiet sprawl of an Arizona small town. Yet peace proves elusive as the past's grip tightens, weaving a tense web of mystery and dread in this psychological thriller. The film blends haunting themes of survival and paranoia, anchored by a moody atmosphere where safety is an illusion and every shadow could hide a threat.

Starring D. B. Sweeney, Courteney Cox, and Craig Sheffer, *Blue Desert* unfolds as a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game, where the open deserts and tight-knit communities of the American Southwest become both sanctuary and snare. Battersby crafts a chilling narrative that questions whether escape is ever truly possible, making this 1991 thriller a gripping exploration of fear and resilience for fans of mystery-driven cinema.