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Cold Weather (2011): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Cold Weather (2011) movie poster

Cold Weather is a 2011 drama directed by Aaron Katz. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $144,056 worldwide. Critics gave it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

IMDb rating
6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
78%
worldwide gross
$144.1K
Metascore
64
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Cold Weather (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
Aaron Katz
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cold Weather About?

The premise of Cold Weather without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

After abandoning his studies, Doug returns to Portland and finds himself under the care of his sister, Gail. Seeking purpose, he assists in the investigation when his former girlfriend, Rachel, mysteriously disappears. Joining forces with a group of resourceful individuals, Doug delves into the complexities of the case, determined to uncover the truth behind Rachel's vanishing and confront the secrets of his hometown.

Cold Weather Themes & Keywords

· 41 tags
  • reference to sherlock holmes
  • code breaking
  • brother sister relationship
  • ex girlfriend
  • portland oregon
  • ice factory
  • removing a license plate
  • getaway
  • chevrolet pickup truck
  • lost and found
  • clue
  • palm tree
+29 more
  • cryptography
  • batting cage
  • tobacco shop
  • pipe
  • free tour
  • lying on the floor
  • pornography website
  • slashing a tire
  • reference to marc alaimo
  • reference to marina sirtis
  • dancing
  • nightclub
  • arch bridge
  • waterfall
  • scenic beauty
  • product placement
  • motel room 35
  • mumblecore
  • reference to star trek
  • adult magazine
  • disguise
  • following
  • pipe smoking
  • missing person
  • code
  • briefcase
  • cowboy hat
  • motel
  • ice cube
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Crew

The Director of Cold Weather

Directed by Aaron Katz.

From the director

More from Aaron Katz

More films directed by Aaron Katz, best-rated first: Land Ho!, Gemini, Quiet City and Dance Party, USA.

Full filmography
Ratings

Cold Weather Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Cold Weather 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

Plot

Cold Weather Plot Summary

What happens in Cold Weather from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Doug has recently relocated to Portland, where he now lives with his sister, Gail. Having previously studied forensic science in Chicago, he decided to abandon his academic pursuits. One evening, they share a meal with their mother and stepfather before Doug convinces Gail to accompany him to the coast for a spontaneous day out. To make ends meet, Doug secures a job at an ice factory, where he makes a good friend in his co-worker, Carlos.

Full summary

The whole story of Cold Weather, scene by scene

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Box office

Cold Weather Box Office

Cold Weather grossed $144,056 worldwide. $141,358 came from the US and Canada and $2,698 (2%) from the rest of the world.

2011 box office

Worldwide gross

$144.1K

US & Canada
$141.4K
International
$2.7K
US & Canada 98% Rest of the world 2%
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Cold Weather?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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  10. Question 10: not answered

What profession was Doug studying before he moved to Portland?

Cars

Cars in Cold Weather

16 cars on screen, including the 1992 Subaru Legacy Wagon and the 1969 Pontiac GTO.

All 16 cars
  • 1992 Subaru Legacy Wagon in Cold Weather 1992 Subaru Legacy Wagon Main role
  • 1969 Pontiac GTO in Cold Weather 1969 Pontiac GTO Important role
  • 1977 Chevrolet K-20 in Cold Weather 1977 Chevrolet K-20 Minor role
  • 2007 Kia Spectra in Cold Weather 2007 Kia Spectra Minor role
Details

Cold Weather Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Tempo Frio” and “Zimna pora”.

Also known as
  • Tempo Frio
  • Zimna pora
  • Холодная погода
  • מזג אוויר קר
  • 冷天气
  • 콜드 웨더

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FAQ

Cold Weather FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Cold Weather, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cold Weather?

Cold Weather runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Cold Weather released?

Cold Weather was released on February 4, 2011.

Who directed Cold Weather?

Cold Weather was directed by Aaron Katz.

More films by Aaron Katz

How much did Cold Weather make at the box office?

Cold Weather grossed $144,056 worldwide ($141,358 domestic, $2,698 international).

How is Cold Weather rated?

Cold Weather has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 64 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.

Does Cold Weather have a post-credit scene?

No. Cold Weather has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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