Cool Air - 1999 - 5/10
Struggling writer rents room in boarding house.
When he suffers a heart attack, he is treated by the doctor who resides above him.
They strike up a friendship. The writer discusses his literary challenges, the doctor his past.
Lovecraft’s oft adapted story is filmed here as a one set drama.
Low budget is compensated with two fine leads, helpful black and white photography, and a serviceable ambient sound design.
Pace is sluggish, though, the narrative predictable, and the secondary players overact.