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THE COLLECTION / 1985
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Blood Simple (1985)

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Directed by Joel Coen · Runtime depends on the edition

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The export dates this film to 1985; the catalogue's earliest release year is 1984. Final dating and the viewing edition remain to be checked.

Before you watch

Viewer advisories have not yet been researched. The catalogue information below does not establish a content assessment.

The film

Screenwriting catalogue credits: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen. Principal cast catalogue credits: John Getz, Frances McDormand, Dan Hedaya, Samm-Art Williams, M. Emmet Walsh, Holly Hunter. Catalogue genres: crime film, neo-noir, film noir.

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Editorial direction

Assess performance, character, pacing and the perspective the film gives its audience. Establish a specific critical argument rather than retelling the plot.

The article will explain what works, what does not, and which audience might find the film worthwhile. The owner's judgment determines the eventual recommendation.

Corny DNA

The six axes remain unscored. Genre, age and inclusion in a watched collection do not establish camp, cult appeal or so-bad-it-is-good enjoyment.

Verdict

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