Strangely panned by many critics yet this is actually a funny, black comedy about small-time accidents, coincidences, misunderstandings, failed scheming and murder amongst friends and spouses that has a lot more wit than the overrated Blood Simple. The plot is tight, the humor is delightfully droll and the next-door type characters are well-drawn and fun to watch despite their nastiness, simply because of the blackly amusing circumstances they find themselves in.
The deadpan performances witty and quips between characters are what make this movie shine. However, this kind of morbid humor is not for everyone.
"Out Cold" definitely deserves more credit than it's been given, and if you give it a chance, it won't disappoint you.
Release date: Mar 3, 1989 (United States)
Director: Malcolm Mowbray
STARRING Teri Garr John Lithgow Randy Quaid