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Upon its release, the film was largely panned by critics. On Rotten Tomatoes , it holds a poor score, with reviewers citing , a "silly" script, and pedestrian direction. Despite the negative reviews, it remains a cult curiosity due to its bizarre subject matter and the reputation of the Lynch family name.

Most of the film was shot at a 15,000-square-foot mansion in Atlanta , which was also used in the film Driving Miss Daisy . Boxing Helena image

Before filming began, the production was famously embroiled in legal battles after Kim Basinger backed out of the lead role, resulting in a multi-million dollar judgment against her. Critical Reception Upon its release, the film was largely panned by critics