Cold
Three Russian sisters work in a tavern in Kars, a city in the east of Turkiye. Two brothers who live in the same city go to that tavern. Elder of the brothers who is married works as a railway worker; controls rails and allows/stoppes trains to pass. The younger brother is an aggressive man who often causes trouble, he marries a local girl, but he doesnt give up night life. The elder brother falls in love with the youngest of the Russian sisters (Irina) and this situation changes their lives. Focusing on the problems of Turkish uneducated men and hard lives of prostitutes, the film takes its name from the freezing cold of Kars as "Soguk" means "cold" in Turkish.
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Plot Summary
A reclusive hitman living in a remote cabin in the woods is drawn back into the dangerous world he left behind when his past catches up with him. After a betrayal by his employers, he finds himself fighting for survival against a ruthless gang and the authorities.
Critical Reception
Cold received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Val Kilmer and Scott Adkins. However, some found the plot to be predictable and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its gritty atmosphere and action sequences.
- Performance by Val Kilmer and Scott Adkins were highlighted as strengths.
- Some found the narrative to be formulaic and lacking originality.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Cold' is not widely documented on Google Reviews, with limited available data to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around British Columbia, Canada, utilizing its remote wilderness to create the isolated and atmospheric setting.
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