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Cool It
Cool It is a British television comedy series which first aired on BBC Two between 1985 and 1990. It was a vehicle for the rubber-faced comedian Phil Cool. Whereas in 1985 there were irritating comedians, Cool was an "irritating impressionist" and would impersonate some of the most famous figures of the day. But these wouldn't be just vocal Impressions of the intended victims, they would be full-fledged and extremely accurate facial expressions too, with Cool being able to contort his rubbery features into a caricature semblance of whoever he was impersonating. Sometimes so uncanny was this facial transformation that he didn't need any sketch material or props to back him up and could rely solely on the transformation. Impressions ranged from political/important figures such as Robin Day, Roy Hattersly, Arthur Scargill, Neil Kinnock, The Pope and Ronald Reagan. To popular celebrities, comedians and musicians such as Mick Jagger, Bryan Ferry, Mike Harding, Terry Wogan, Billy Connolly, Clive James, Rik Mayall and his signature impression Rolf Harris. Fictional characters like Quasimodo, Bugs Bunny and E.T were also impersonated; Cool even created personalities for inanimate objects such as Morris Minors and Volkswagen Beetles.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the complexities of climate change through interviews with scientists, policymakers, and activists. It delves into the scientific evidence, the political challenges, and the potential consequences of inaction. The film presents a range of perspectives on the issue, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of this global challenge.
Critical Reception
While 'Cool It' attempts to tackle a critical subject, its reception was mixed, with some commending its informative approach and others criticizing its perceived biases or the depth of its scientific exploration. Audience reactions varied, reflecting the polarized nature of the climate change debate.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for bringing together diverse viewpoints on a pressing issue.
Some critics found the film's scientific explanations to be lacking in depth.
The documentary's presentation of political and economic factors was noted.
Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Cool It' is not widely available, but discussions often revolve around the film's perspective on climate change policy and the scientific consensus presented.
Fun Fact
The film features interviews with prominent figures in the environmental and technological sectors, offering insights into their views on climate change during the late 2000s.
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