Dead of Winter

I went to the Cinemark Secret Movie and this was the movie played. I was a little disappointed at first because I was hoping for a different movie, but five minutes in I was hooked.

This was such a great movie with good action, which was surprising considering Emma Watson is the main character, and suspense, I jumped in my seat twice, and even cringed at one bloody scene.

I am very happy that this was the movie shown as I would not have gone to see it otherwise.

This was this month's Secret Movie at Cinemark. Another good choice by Cinemark! This film stars Emma Thompson as a widow who travels to a remote lake to honor her late husband. Unfortunately for her, she gets a bit lost and stumbles upon a pair of kidnappers who have abducted a young girl and are holding her in their dilapidated cabin for reasons that I will not reveal to avoid spoilers. Soon Emma Thompson tries to help the girl with violent results. The film is very suspenseful (almost Hitchcock like) and the cinematography of Finland and Germany (as a substitute for northern Minnesota) is fantastic. Emma Thompson is very good along with Judy Greer as one half of the kidnapping team is scarily good. Highly recommended. 8/10.

I'd give this film a 7.5. It was s solid thriller. I saw it at Screen Unseen at AMC. It was already on my list, so that was lucky.

No frills, no gimmicks, just good old fashion filmmaking. Story was basic, but the writing was good. The acting was believable for the most part. The pacing was good.

There were several predictable moments, but it wasn't all predictable. I loved the cinematography (10/10). The landscape offered some beautiful shots and they didn't waste it.

Good direction. Nice little flick. My girlfriend and I both enjoyed it.

A tense, heart-pounding thriller with a solid plot that keeps you guessing until the very end. While the film itself doesn't break new ground, Emma Thompson and Judy Greer deliver standout performances that elevate it. What makes the story resonate is the unexpected emotional thread woven through the suspense, giving it both grit and heart. A strong choice for fans of thrillers who also appreciate a touch of humanity alongside the chills.

Emma Thompson was phenomenal. She produced this movie. Kept you on your toes. Story of a couple who had their first date in 1982 and she goes to that same place to complete his last request by burying his ashes there. Twists and turns but good movie. Id watch again. Just go see it. You wont regret it.