Wind Chill
Wind Chill

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Wind Chill

2007
Movie
91 min
English

Two college students share a ride home for the holidays. When they break down on a deserted stretch of road, they're preyed upon by the ghosts of people who have died there.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users54%
Director: Greg McLeanGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman accepts a ride from a stranger to drive her to a job interview in Denver. They are driving through a desolate stretch of highway in Colorado late at night when they encounter a spectral figure. The encounter causes them to crash their car, leaving them stranded in the freezing cold with no other cars or signs of civilization for miles. As they try to survive the elements and the mysterious forces that seem to be tormenting them, they begin to uncover the dark history of the location.

Critical Reception

Wind Chill received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film to be an uninspired take on the supernatural horror genre. While some praised the atmosphere and Emily Blunt's performance, the majority of reviews pointed to a predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and a lack of genuine scares. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the isolation and tension, while others felt it failed to deliver on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to create a tense atmosphere of isolation and dread but often falls short.

  • Emily Blunt's performance is frequently cited as a highlight, offering a strong anchor to the proceedings.

  • The plot is considered predictable and relies on familiar horror tropes without much innovation.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split opinion, with some appreciating the chilling atmosphere and suspense, while others found the story to be derivative and the scares lacking. Emily Blunt's performance was generally well-received.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in Canada, despite being set in Colorado, USA.

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John Chard

John Chard

Chilblains. Wind Chill is directed by Gregory Jacobs and written by Joe Gangemi & Steven Katz. It stars Emily Blunt and Ashton Holmes. Music is by Clint Mansell and cinematography by Dan Laustsen. Two students car share for a journey ...