
The Cooler
When your life depends on losing... the last thing you need is lady luck.
Directed by Wayne Kramer
Produced by Pierce/Williams Entertainment, ContentFilm
A darkly romantic drama about a cursed man finding unexpected love in a morally compromised Las Vegas casino world.
Bernie works at a Las Vegas casino, where he uses his innate ability to bring about misfortune in those around him to jinx gamblers into losing. His imposing boss, Shelly Kaplow, is happy with the arrangement. But Bernie finds unexpected happiness when he begins dating attractive waitress Natalie Belisario.
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Is The Cooler sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Does The Cooler end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is The Cooler scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is The Cooler easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is The Cooler violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
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Like The Cooler
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Cooler
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Cooler, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Cooler, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Cooler, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































