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Cold in July

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The killing of a home intruder puts a Texas man (Michael C. Hall) and his family on the radar of the dead man's vengeful father (Sam Shepard).

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Boasting plenty of twists, a suitably seedy tone, and a memorable supporting turn from Don Johnson, Cold in July proves an uncommonly rewarding thriller.

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Bruce DeMara Toronto Star 12/11/2014
3.5/4
A well-paced story that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats as it bucks and rolls in unexpected directions to a bloody and satisfying climax. Go to Full Review Mark Kermode Observer (UK) 06/29/2014
3/5
As for the performances, they're ripe and rich, even though the three core characters sometimes appear to be starring in entirely different movies. Go to Full Review Donald Clarke Irish Times 06/27/2014
3/5
It would be lovely to see the missing halves of these two intriguing pictures. They must be out there somewhere. Go to Full Review JD Duran InSession Film 08/19/2024
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The first half is a riveting thriller with a great mystery that’s well executed and gripping on all fronts. The second half is more mundane, dull and been done before. However, there’s still some good things thematically throughout... Go to Full Review Matthew Turner VODzilla.co 05/11/2022
8/10
This is a superbly written and enjoyably pulpy neo-noir that delivers offbeat thrills and some blackly comic laughs, thanks to Mickle’s confident direction and a trio of terrific performances. Go to Full Review Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com 11/03/2020
3.5/5
Undoubtedly simple, Cold in July may not be for all tastes, but it is one of the best examples of vintage styling to come about in some time, and on nearly every possible front. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Svit G @libitel Feb 20 Interesting story, liked the acting (Dexter lol), the only thing is the ending seamed a bit incomplite (a lot felt unfinished or unexplained) but again the main thing was done and"Dexter" was just a civilian. See more Jack F @MovieFan111 Nov 28 This was an interesting one. Not just because Dexter is in it, but it also had a good cast, and good story, I guess. It's kinda forgettable though. See more Stoner J @Stoner 05/28/2025 Absolutely fantastic crime thriller from start to finish! Michael Hall is a great, odd and lethal character that lighten up the dark mood throughout. See more Dav T @RT39711374 01/05/2025 A well balanced movie making you wonder what is the next move and and to have to protect your family i jumps through rings of fire basically a really good movie. See more Michael L @MikeLewis 12/07/2024 Not sure how I missed this movie for 10 years, but saw it on Paramount and gave it a go. Woah. What a good, atmospheric, well paced thriller. It starts off on a revenge type path that seems basic in approach and quickly pivots to a mystery/thriller ride to a who done it and why type flick, and then again it slightly takes a dirt road to 8MM (the Nicholas Cage/Joquin Phoenix flick) territory. Absolutely recommend it for fans of 90s/early 00’s type thrillers. See more Beverly B @RT31949208 09/16/2024 What an amazing thrill ride. It keeps you on edge from start to finish. The acting from all was FABULOUS! Loved it!😎😁😀💞 See more Read all reviews
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Jim Mickle

Director

Michael C. Hall

Richard Dane

Sam Shepard

Ben Russell

Vinessa Shaw

Ann Dane

Don Johnson

Jim Bob Luke

Nick Damici

Ray Price

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Cold in July

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Movie Info

Synopsis The killing of a home intruder puts a Texas man (Michael C. Hall) and his family on the radar of the dead man's vengeful father (Sam Shepard).
Director
Jim Mickle
Producer
Linda Moran, Rene Bastian, Adam Folk, Marie Savare
Screenwriter
Jim Mickle, Nick Damici
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Bullet Films
Rating
R (Language|Disturbing Bloody Violence|Some Sexuality/Nudity)
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 23, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 30, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$414.6K
Runtime
1h 49m