Dead of Winter
A widowed fisherwoman, travelling alone through snowbound northern Minnesota, interrupts the kidnapping of a teenage girl. Hours from the nearest town and with no phone service, she realizes that she is the young girl's only hope.
Release Year
2025
Runtime
98 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Thriller, Action
Story Snapshot
A widowed fisherwoman, travelling alone through snowbound northern Minnesota, interrupts the kidnapping of a teenage girl. Hours from the nearest town and with no phone service, she realizes that she is the young girl's only hope.
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Dead of Winter is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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