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While investigating noises in his house one balmy Texas night in 1989, Richard Dane puts a bullet in the brain of a low-life burglar. Although he’s hailed as a small-town hero, Dane soon finds himself fearing for his family’s safety when Freddy’s ex-con father rolls into town, hell-bent on revenge.
In 1989 East Texas, a low-level convenience store owner named Richard Dane shoots and kills a burglar who breaks into his home. The burglar's father, a dangerous ex-convict named Ben Russell, is released from prison and seeks revenge on Richard. This initial conflict quickly spirals into a complex web of deceit, corruption, and escalating violence involving a cast of morally ambiguous characters.
Cold in July received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish direction, neo-noir atmosphere, and surprising tonal shifts. While some found its plot convoluted in the latter half, many appreciated its dark humor, unpredictable twists, and strong performances, particularly from Michael C. Hall and Sam Shepard.
A stylish and unpredictable neo-noir thriller with a wicked sense of humor.
Features strong performances and a tense, atmospheric build-up.
While occasionally convoluted, its twists and dark tone make for an engaging watch.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark and gritty atmosphere, its surprising plot developments, and the performances of the lead actors. Some viewers found the narrative a bit confusing or excessively violent, but overall it was seen as a well-crafted and entertaining thriller.
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Joe R. Lansdale, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
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Cold In July brings synthesised chills, bloody sleet and fatherly responsibilities. The distinction between murder, manslaughter and self-defence is one that continues to grow more appropriate in America with each passing year. How does one...
All right, boys, it's Howdy Doody time. Cold in July is directed by Jim Mickle and Mickle co-adapts the screenplay with Nick Damici from the novel written by Joe R. Lansdale. It stars Sam Shepard, Michael C. Hall and Don Johnson. Music ...
> Kind of so good till Jim Bob Luke's entry. I'm glad I watched it, but if I had missed it, I would have not worried much. Anyway, you can't say like that until you watch any movie. This movie was excellent, I mean it for the first 40-45...