Blood Simple

Blood Simple is a neo-noir thriller directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, following a jealous Texas bar owner who hires a sleazy private detective to kill his unfaithful wife and her lover. The plan spirals into a deadly web of deception, mistaken assumptions, and fatal miscommunications. The film is celebrated for its tense atmosphere, striking cinematography, and the Coens' masterful subversion of noir conventions.

• It was the Coen Brothers' directorial debut film.
• The title comes from a Dashiell Hammett novel term.
• Filmed on a budget of approximately 1.5 million dollars.
• Frances McDormand made her feature film debut here.
• The Coens raised funds through a private investor trailer.

• What I know about is Texas, and down here, you're on your own.
• I ain't done nothing funny.
• If you point a gun at someone, you'd better make sure you shoot.
• The world is full of complainers. The fact is, nothing comes with a guarantee.
• I'm a businessman. I'm not a monster.