Cold in July (2014) movie poster

Cold in July (2014)

"How many men can one bullet kill?"
ThumbScore
👍 65%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 84%, MC: 73) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 49m
Country
France, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (805 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
73
Cast
Michael C. Hall as Richard Dane
Don Johnson as Jim Bob
Sam Shepard as Russell
Vinessa Shaw as Ann Dane
Nick Damici as Ray Price
Wyatt Russell as Freddy
Lanny Flaherty as Jack Crow
Brianda Agramonte as Young Latina Girl on Tape
It's divisive. Only 65% of audiences liked it based on 805 votes. Critics gave it 78%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Cold in July was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Michael C. Hall spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Cold in July is a 2014 drama, thriller film directed by Jim Mickle. 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.

The film has been rated by 805 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Cold in July delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Cold in July (2014) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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