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The quiet family life of Nels Coxman, a snowplow driver, is upended after his son's murder. Nels begins a vengeful hunt for Viking, the drug lord he holds responsible for the killing, eliminating Viking's associates one by one. As Nels draws closer to Viking, his actions bring even more unexpected and violent consequences, as he proves that revenge is all in the execution.
A snowplow driver, Nels Coxman, seeks revenge on the drug dealers he believes are responsible for his son's death. Aided by his unexpected hunting skills and a few allies, he systematically dismantles the drug cartel one by one. The conflict escalates, drawing in the cartel's leader and the local police chief, leading to a violent and darkly humorous showdown in the snowy mountains.
Cold Pursuit received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its dark humor, stylish visuals, and Liam Neeson's stoic performance, others found the plot derivative and the violence excessive. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the action and Neeson's familiar tough-guy persona.
Praised for its dark, deadpan humor and stylish, snowy setting.
Liam Neeson's performance as a reluctant vigilante was a common highlight.
Criticized by some for its bleak tone and predictable revenge plot.
Google audience: Google users generally found 'Cold Pursuit' to be an entertaining action film with a good dose of dark comedy. Many appreciated Liam Neeson's role and the unique snowy backdrop, though some felt the plot was a bit too familiar.
Cold Pursuit is a remake of the 2014 Norwegian film 'In Order of Disappearance' (Kraftidioten), also directed by Hans Petter Moland and starring Stellan Skarsgård in the lead role.
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Well, there is a Boycott and, all I am going to say about that is that, given who it's coming from, they just want Lian Neeson to apologize, so they can refuse to accept it and destroy his career to signal how virtuous and powerful they are...
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I am not sure why but I had fairly low expectations for this movie. Perhaps partly because revenge flicks really aren't my sub-genre. But I liked Cold Pursuit, seemingly more than many reviewers. I found it to be quite entertaining, with b...
Took me a very long time to adjust to the format, but _Cold Pursuit_ is a win in my book. A moderate one, but still, take that W boys. Sure the setting feels underdeveloped, the tone is back and forth like it's hangin' off the end ball on N...
Nels Coxman (Liam Neeson) is a simple man who spends his days clearing the roads in a remote Colorado Ski Town and spends his days with his wife and his son. Nels is so unassuming that when he is awarded Citizen of the Year he states that t...