Cold Front
While parquet floors are drying out in the apartment they've just moved in a couple of days ago, her and him are spending the night on the rooftop of their building. It's the end of summer, and their whole life together is in front of them. Premiered at Zagreb Film Festival in 2009 in Checkers programme (Croatian shorts), where it won the Golden Pram, the best film award.
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Plot Summary
A talented but arrogant young hockey player is sent to a small town to play for a struggling team after a major falling out with his NHL coach. There, he clashes with his new teammates and the team's pragmatic owner, but begins to find redemption through the game and unexpected relationships.
Critical Reception
Cold Front received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. While some praised the hockey action, the overall consensus was that the film lacked originality and emotional depth, failing to rise above typical sports drama tropes.
What Reviewers Say
- Predictable storyline that adheres too closely to sports movie clichés.
- Character development is shallow, making it difficult to connect with the protagonist's journey.
- The hockey sequences are competently filmed but don't elevate the overall film.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but the few available suggest a general disappointment with the film's formulaic approach and lack of compelling character arcs, despite some appreciation for the hockey elements.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Calgary, Alberta, Canada, utilizing local hockey rinks and communities to authentically portray the sport.
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