Critical Condition
Eddie is a con artist. When he's framed and comes before a judge, he hopes to get off the hook by claiming insanity—but instead ends up in a hospital for a mental assessment. That night, a storm causes a power failure and, in the ensuing chaos, Eddie is mistaken for a doctor and suddenly finds himself in charge of the hospital.
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Plot Summary
A petty thief, mistaken for a wealthy patient, is admitted to a hospital and must impersonate a doctor to survive. While attempting to escape the hospital, he uncovers a sinister plot involving organ theft and murder.
Critical Reception
Critical Condition was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, who found its premise to be thin and its execution lacking. Despite Richard Pryor's presence, the film struggled to balance its comedic and horror elements, resulting in a disjointed and unsatisfying viewing experience.
What Reviewers Say
- Ponderous and unfunny blend of black comedy and horror.
- Richard Pryor's performance is overshadowed by a weak script and uninspired direction.
- The film fails to deliver on either its comedic or suspenseful elements.
Google audience: Google users found the movie to be largely unfunny and predictable. Many felt Richard Pryor was wasted in a poorly conceived role, and the plot relied too heavily on tired tropes. Some appreciated the attempt at a dark comedy, but the majority found it to be a disappointing effort.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a much darker horror film, but the script was rewritten to incorporate more comedy due to Richard Pryor's involvement.
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