Coma

A young doctor at a Boston hospital becomes suspicious when several young patients fall into comas during routine surgical procedures and are subsequently connected to a mysterious intensive care facility called the Jefferson Institute. She discovers a dark conspiracy involving vital organ harvesting from these comatose patients. Facing disbelief from her colleagues and direct threats, she races against time to expose the truth before she becomes the next victim.

Michael Crichton's directorial debut based on his own novel was met with mixed to positive reviews, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and timely themes of medical ethics and technology. While some critics found the plot a bit convoluted, its thrilling premise and tense execution generally resonated with audiences, becoming a box office success.

• Suspenseful and thought-provoking medical thriller.

• Explores chilling ethical dilemmas with a tense narrative.

• A solid directorial debut for Crichton, though occasionally predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's suspenseful nature and intriguing plot, with many appreciating its exploration of medical ethics. Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow in parts, but the overall consensus is positive for its thrilling and cautionary tale.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama.

The film was originally planned as a television movie but was later expanded into a theatrical release due to its intriguing premise and potential.