Cold Around the Heart
Cold Around the Heart

Cold Around the Heart

1997Movie96 minEnglish

A jewel thief moves towards a reunion of revenge with his lover, who pushed him out of their speeding getaway car.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: John GrayGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, naive woman becomes entangled with a charismatic but dangerous man who manipulates her into committing increasingly serious crimes. As their relationship deepens, she finds herself drawn into a dark world of deceit and violence, struggling to maintain her sense of self while under his sinister influence. The film explores themes of manipulation, obsession, and the loss of innocence.

Critical Reception

Cold Around the Heart received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised the performances, particularly Kelli Williams, and the film's suspenseful atmosphere, others found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the dark thriller elements and others finding it overly grim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful tone and Kelli Williams's compelling performance.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of character depth.
  • Seen as a dark, albeit somewhat predictable, thriller.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was later distributed as a television film.

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