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Cold Start
Cold Start is a gritty drama in the tradition of Drive, Moonlight, Good Time, and El Camino. Donnini, a world-famous racecar driver, meets his unfortunate demise while on the track. However, his legacy lives on within a home project car that he and his young son, Carter, spent many years perfecting. Almost a decade after his father's death; the car sits untouched by Carter, however, the teen boy knows that the only way to move past the emotional damage that roots from his father's death is to continue his legacy by finishing the project car. In order to accomplish this, Carter must first turn the key.
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Plot Summary
When a ruthless mercenary group hijacks a luxury Arctic cruise liner, a former special operative with a troubled past is forced to confront her demons and lead a daring rescue mission. As the ship plunges into the icy waters, she must rely on her wits and unlikely allies to outsmart the terrorists and save the hostages before time runs out.
Critical Reception
Cold Start received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its intense action sequences and strong performances, particularly from Michelle Yeoh, some reviewers found the plot predictable and lacking in originality. The film's visual effects and pacing were generally well-received, contributing to a thrilling, albeit familiar, cinematic experience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its thrilling action and impressive visuals.
Criticized for a predictable plot that treads familiar ground.
Michelle Yeoh's performance was a standout highlight.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the fast-paced action and the performances of the main cast, with many highlighting the film's suspenseful moments. However, some viewers expressed disappointment with the story's lack of novelty, finding it to be a standard action thriller with predictable twists.
Fun Fact
The film's challenging Arctic setting required extensive use of practical effects and location shooting in Iceland, with the cast and crew enduring extreme weather conditions.
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