Cool World

Cool World

Year: 1992

Runtime: 102 min

Language: English

Director: Ralph Bakshi

FantasyComedyAnimation

A writer finds himself pulled into Cool World, a surreal realm populated by eccentric cartoon characters, where he's the only human. Years later, an artist is drawn into the same world, fueled by his artistic ambitions and a connection with the captivating Holli Would. As the boundaries between their realities blur, they must confront the dangerous consequences of mixing these disparate worlds.

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Timeline – Cool World (1992)

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1

Frank's Return to Las Vegas

In 1945 Las Vegas, Frank Harris returns home as a GI and is excited to reunite with his mother. However, this moment of joy quickly turns tragic when she is killed in a motorcycle accident, leaving Frank devastated and alone.

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2

Frank's Descent into Grief

Overwhelmed by grief from losing his mother, Frank begins to experience haunting visions. These visions draw him into the animated realm known as Cool World, marking the beginning of his unusual journey.

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3

Jack's Imprisonment

Fast forward to 1992, Jack Deebs is in prison for a violent crime stemming from a confrontation with a man who was involved with his wife. During his incarceration, Jack is often visited by hallucinations of Cool World, blurring the line between reality and fantasy.

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4

Creating Comic Inspirations

To cope with his time in prison, Jack begins to create a comic series that channels his frequent hallucinations. These comics feature characters and stories from his vivid imaginings of Cool World, solidifying his connection to this animated realm.

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5

Jack's Release and Journey to Cool World

Upon his release from prison, Jack unexpectedly finds himself pulled into the animated realm of Cool World. This fantastical transition allows him to meet Holli Would, the alluring inhabitant who seeks to engage with him.

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6

Holli's Desire to Become Human

Inside Cool World, Holli Would expresses her longing to transform from a doodle into a real human, which is against the rules of her universe. Her ambitions complicate her relationship with Jack, who becomes her object of fascination.

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7

Frank and Nails' Mission

As Jack interacts with Holli, Frank emerges from his own journey and teams up with his doodle ally, Nails. Their primary mission is to safeguard the boundaries between the two realms and prevent any forbidden interactions that could jeopardize their existence.

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8

Frank's Growing Affection for Lonette

While navigating the complicated dynamics of Cool World, Frank finds himself developing feelings for Lonette, a seductive animated waitress. This emotional entanglement adds a layer of complexity to the already turbulent events unfolding in Cool World.

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9

Jack and Holli's Union

In a critical moment, Jack and Holli unite, leading to her transformation into a noid, which is an actual human form. This transformation triggers unforeseen consequences that cause chaos in both Cool World and the real world.

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10

Holli's Search for the Golden Spike

Amid the chaos of their actions, Holli discovers the Golden Spike of Power, an essential element that maintains the balance between the two worlds. However, her attempts to reclaim it unleash chaotic creatures that threaten the fabric of both realms.

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11

Jack's Transformation

As the situation escalates, Jack transforms into a powerful humanoid doodle, gaining extraordinary abilities. He embarks on a quest to restore the Golden Spike and save both Cool World and the tangible realm from imminent disaster.

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12

Frank's Sacrifice

In a climactic turn of events, Frank makes the ultimate sacrifice in a bid to stop Holli from wreaking havoc with the Golden Spike's power. This act leads to his rebirth as a doodle, symbolizing his commitment to his new reality.

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13

Embracing a New Identity

After being reborn as a doodle, Frank begins his new life filled with possibilities in Cool World. He can now pursue a romantic relationship with Lonette, exploring the complexities of love across the boundaries of their distinct realms.

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14

Jack's Hope for Future

With the chaotic elements settled, Jack plans his future alongside Holli, hoping for a normal life in Cool World. He navigates the unpredictability of their intertwined fates while grappling with his new identity.

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