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Cool World (1992)

"Holli Would if she could ...and she will"

5.619921h 42mEN
AnimationComedyFantasy

Directed by Ralph Bakshi

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

EN

Release

July 10, 1992

Director

Ralph Bakshi

Official Trailer

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Overview

While incarcerated for murder, cartoonist Jack Deebs found escape by creating Cool World, a series featuring a voluptuous femme fatale named Holli Would. But the artist becomes a prisoner of his own fantasies when Holli transports Jack into Cool World with a scheme to seduce him and bring herself to...

Cast

Kim Basinger

Kim Basinger

Holli Would

Gabriel Byrne

Gabriel Byrne

Jack Deebs

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt

Detective Frank Harris

Michele Abrams

Michele Abrams

Jennifer Malley

Deirdre O'Connell

Deirdre O'Connell

Isabelle Malley

Janni Brenn

Janni Brenn

Agatha Rose Harris

William Frankfather

William Frankfather

Cop

Greg Collins

Greg Collins

Cop

Maurice LaMarche

Maurice LaMarche

Interrogator #2 / Mash / drunken bar patron / Dr. Vincent "Vegas Vinnie" Whiskers / Jack Deebs (super hero version) (voice)

Michael David Lally

Michael David Lally

Sparks (voice)

Carrie Hamilton

Carrie Hamilton

Comic Bookstore Cashier

Stephen Worth

Stephen Worth

Bash (performance model) / Comic Store Patron

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Cool World (1992), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

While incarcerated for murder, cartoonist Jack Deebs found escape by creating Cool World, a series featuring a voluptuous femme fatale named Holli Would. But the artist becomes a prisoner of his own fantasies when Holli transports Jack into Cool World with a scheme to seduce him and bring herself to life. Hard-boiled detective Frank Harris – the only other human in Cool World – cautions Jack with the law: Noids (humans) don't have sex with doodles (cartoons). However, flesh proves weaker than ink as Holli takes human form in Las Vegas, staring in a trans-universal chase that threatens the destruction of both worlds.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Cool World. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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