Life Support
Life Support

Life Support

1999TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Life Support is a 1999 British medical drama series aired across six episodes on BBC Scotland. Katherine Doone works as a clinical ethicist at Glasgow's Caledonian hospital. Her job is to make the big decisions about what's best for the patient's long-term treatment.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users70%
Director: Peter**_**A. DowlingGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A suspenseful drama unfolds as a detective investigates a series of mysterious deaths, each linked to a powerful pharmaceutical company. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving experimental drugs and a desperate fight for survival. The investigation forces him to confront his own past and the ethical dilemmas of the medical industry.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its ambitious plot and performances, while others found it convoluted and underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the thriller elements but often criticizing the pacing and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise and the performances of its star-studded cast.
  • Criticized for a plot that becomes too complicated and a lack of satisfying resolution.
  • The film's attempt at a complex thriller was seen as ambitious but ultimately flawed.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful elements and the presence of well-known actors. However, many found the storyline difficult to follow at times and wished for a clearer conclusion. Some viewers enjoyed the mature themes and the exploration of corporate greed.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 1999, the film was reportedly in development for several years prior, with various actors and directors attached at different stages.

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