The Cold
The Cold

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The Cold

2021
Movie
10 min
French

Unable to accept the death of her husband, a woman keeps him secretly in their apartment. Helped by the cold, she tries to keep the corpse preserved for as long as possible.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Artturi NiemiGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman named Anja visits her estranged father in a remote Finnish village after he suffers a stroke. Upon arrival, she discovers a dark secret about his past and the true nature of their family. As tensions rise and the harsh winter environment mirrors her internal turmoil, Anja must confront the ghosts of her family's history to find peace.

Critical Reception

The Cold received generally mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the lead actress. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat predictable. The film was noted for its depiction of the harsh Finnish winter and its exploration of complex family dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brooding atmosphere and effective use of the winter setting.

  • Noted for strong performances, especially from the female lead.

  • Some critics found the plot to be slow-moving and underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Cold' is not widely available through Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Lapland, Finland, leveraging the extreme winter conditions to enhance the story's atmosphere and realism.

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