Cruel Winter Blues
A gangster's quest for revenge is sidetracked by an encounter with his target's mother in this deeply-felt hybrid of a crime thriller and a family drama.
Release Year
2006
Runtime
118 min
Audience Score
6.8
Genres
Crime, Drama
Story Snapshot
A gangster's quest for revenge is sidetracked by an encounter with his target's mother in this deeply-felt hybrid of a crime thriller and a family drama.
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Cruel Winter Blues is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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