Cool and the Crazy (1994)

Director
Ralph Bakshi

Main cast
Alicia Silverstone; Jared Leto; Jennifer Blanc; Tuesday Knight; John Hawkes

Genres
Drama, Romance, Action, Thriller

Description
Unhappily married couple Roslyn and Michael lead separate affairs that lead to violent repercussions for all.


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