Coma
Coma

Movie spotlight

Coma

1993
Movie
85 min
French

Victim of a train accident, a man regains consciousness in the house of the woman who shared his compartment.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Michael AptedGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A medical student investigates a disturbing trend of patients falling into comas after routine surgeries at a Boston hospital. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a sinister conspiracy involving a mysterious organization that harvests organs from unsuspecting patients in comatose states. Her investigation puts her own life in grave danger as she races against time to expose the truth before becoming a victim herself.

Critical Reception

Coma received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful plot and strong performances, particularly from Katey Sagal. While some found the medical thriller elements predictable, others commended its effective tension building and thought-provoking premise regarding medical ethics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing medical mystery.

  • Katey Sagal's performance as the determined medical student was a standout element.

  • Some critics found the plot slightly formulaic for the genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's engaging suspense and compelling mystery, with many appreciating Sagal's lead role. Some viewers found the pacing occasionally slow but agreed that the film successfully delivers a tense viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the best-selling 1977 novel of the same name by Robin Cook, which was also adapted into a 1978 film directed by Michael Crichton.

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