Review: 'In Cold Light' on Hulu — Maika Monroe Elevates a Neo-Noir Thriller
By
John Serba
Baker's choice. Dense with flavour, light on filler.
Summary
A review of the neo-noir thriller 'In Cold Light' on Hulu, starring Maika Monroe. The film follows Ava, a woman struggling with addiction, as she navigates a gritty underworld. The review praises Monroe's ability to elevate the material through her wordless emotional performances, noting that while the script may be so-so, Monroe's presence gives the film dramatic depth and power. The article is a "Stream It Or Skip It" recommendation piece.
Key quotes
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Monroe is a boon to most any screenplay out there.
The star who helped make It Follows, Watcher and Longlegs extraordinary cinema anchors Canadian director Maxime Giroux's gritty neo-noir with her ability to wordlessly convey complex emotions.
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