The Cold Father

If you enjoy indie thrillers then you won't want to miss this one. The Cold Father is a well shot, fast paced, properly acted film about a father searching for his daughter. It just happens to be that the father was recently released from prison and his daughter has seemingly gotten mixed up with some shady people. Being from the states it is fun to see indie films set in locations I've never been before. From Johannesburg to Cape Town South Africa the locations are beautiful! The cinematography was well done, although it was a bit shaky at times for me. A stand out scene was the really cool dolly shot that circled the talent during an interrogation, it wasn't till the end credits that I saw it wasn't actually a dolly but some kind of raised platform DIY setup. Always super cool to see a little behind the curtain. All in all I would say The Cold Father is a good watch if you are up for a brisk 74 minute Mystery Thriller!

If you're in the mood for a gripping crime thriller that beautifully blends tension and emotion, The Cold Father is a must-watch. It draws you into its dark and intense world right from the start, immersing you in a story that's as emotionally charged as it is suspenseful. The solid performances from the cast are both compelling and relatable, creating a connection with the audience that makes you invest in their journeys. The cinematography shines, capturing the stunning landscapes of South Africa while enhancing the film's gritty atmosphere. If you appreciate slow-burn narratives with depth and a strong character focus, you'll find The Cold Father to be a rewarding experience that lingers long after the credits roll!

A man released from prison goes on a journey to find his daughter. That's the starting premise of this story and it leads to a few twists and turns and surprises as he uncovers the truth. He learns as much about himself and what he's capable of doing as he goes on his mission. Luthuli Dlamani is the lead character and he holds the story together through his strong, commanding presence. He skillfully walks the fine line between being ruthless and determined like an ex-criminal and being empathetic and sensitive as a father searching for his daughter. His character has a cold streak that might disconnect from others but the film makes you understand his methods and motives. The writer-director, Henry Charly, keeps the direction tight on the narrative. Charly also served as cinematographer and beautifully shoots Cape Town in both warm and cool tones, befitting the lead character's own journey. I'm looking forward to seeing this filmmaker's next film.

This captivating film set in South Africa is about a father who will stop at nothing to find out what happened to his missing daughter who went missing while he was in jail.

This film is well told, beautifully acted and cinematically appealing. The cinematography and shots of South Africa are stunning. The choices of shots made by director Henry Charly perfectly compliment the tone of the film and compliment the emotionality of the actors.

This father's love is so strong that he does some questionable things to find out the truth about his daughter, he is cold, practices some criminal behavior but he does it out of love for his daughter and you can't help but root for him.

The Cold Father is a stylish and solid crime thriller. A man uses a lie detector test to interrogate people while searching for his daughter. First of all, the scenes involving the lie detector were incredibly well shot and edited. The camera moves are so smooth and the editing perfectly raises the tension. I enjoyed the wide drone shots of the city. And I thought the cinematography throughout was especially well done. The story is well told and will keep you on the edge of your seat. The actors all did a splendid job also. If you're looking for a fantastic crime thriller to watch, this is a great choice.