Bone Cold

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I found it very engaging, it kept me wondering what would happen next. The actors were great, the venue was great. I think we can all agree that when his partner walked up to the spy and stood out in the open, that was a big plot hole because no sniper would let themselves be so vulnerable. I think that scene was poorly thought out. I also think it was out of character for Jon to keep asking about PID because that does suggest PTSD (or heat stroke), which I don't believe is the case. But when the Ukrainian sniper also saw the creature, we now know it is definitely not ptsd; now 3 people have seen it - probably 5 if we include the 2 men who returned and refused to continue the mission. The creature was particularly low level - an actual costume, I think. I disagree that the creature morphed into Jon - while that was a question initially, my take away is that the Ukrainian snipper didn't take the shot because she either was familiar with it and knew it would make Jon lose his mind, or it was some weapon they invented; either way, she wasn't afraid of it and felt that would be the end of Jon. It would seem that although the creature seemed real it was unable to actually cause harm, just illusion (maybe a haunted forest?). For me, the film questions whether ptsd is always false brain activity. For those who agree, no further explanation is needed - especially after Jon questions all the previous ops they were sent on. The fact that his wife stays in the house with him would suggest she doesn't think it's PTSD because initially she did think that and told Jon he couldn't stay there with her and the daughter. I think this is a psycological thriller that asks whether all men who deal with demons are actually suffering from some mental illness. But in fairness, there was alot to digest and I think others might have different ideas of what happened here. And if i can offer some criticism, I thought it was unbelievable that so many snipper shots kept being unsuccessful. But that 3 in a row was pretty badazz. One review made a list of why all the uniforms and emblems were unresearched and i think that is called OCD (because no one cares).

Holy @&$! What a complete waste of time!! Ukraine // Russian border - ok Secret Ops - ok Alien Creature - scary as F and very confusing. The acting is fine but the story line // plot is not-- WTF??? I get the point of the secret operations and that kind of stuff--what we don't understand is the alien creature and how that fits into the narrative- why oh why did the producer include that sub-plot?? We are still scratching our heads- I will admit that the alien sub-plot held our interest, though. Beware of the creepy alien and the sounds of the forest- not for the faint of heart (or lungs, intestines, or guts)...

This movie seems like an action movie on the surface, but is so much more. I knew nothing about this movie when I started watching it and I thought I knew where it was going, but it took a big turn and became something totally different. Super original. Good action, great suspense. I don't want to give too much away, but the story starts out with an action movie plot about a military plan that quickly goes wrong, but then a supernatural element is added that adds a great depth to the story and keeps it engaging in new ways. If you're looking for something interesting and unique, this is well worth your time.

This is the most boring convoluted mess I've seen in a long time. It starts off interesting, but just keeps getting dumber and dumber as the minutes drag on and on. The little action there is, it's all in the trailer. All the rest is long and dragged out scenes riddled with plot and technical issues, that keep crossing paths that lead to nowhere, ultimately hitting a brick wall by the film's end. Producer, writer and director Billy Hanson drags out multiple narratives for a slow-paced and bloated 109 minutes, keeps crossing genres, and still couldn't make up his mind what he wants the viewers to believe by the end of the third act with his cringeworthy and eyeroll-inducing nonsense; is it a psychological thriller about PTSD, or a story about a mythological creature that roams the Ukrainian forest? Legend has it, Hanson still doesn't have that answer. If it's about PTSD, then this film is an insult to the vets who actually have PTSD, and he clearly didn't do his homework on what that disease is and how it affects people. If it is about a mythical creature, then it's an insult to the creature, for being so lame and boring - and unable to decide on which costume to wear. The combination of horror and action may have worked if Hanson had found a way to blend the disparate elements of each genre, but instead he switches back and forth between the two without integrating them into each other, and leave trails of each theme broken and unresolved. The result gives this film an identity crisis brought on from lazy and undecisive writing, and amateur-hour directing. I get that this is a low budget B film, but there's no excuse for letting viewers invest their time, stringing them along, then letting them down with a sloppy convoluted nonsense ending that will only frustrate and annoy them. It costs nothing to finish a script that leaves viewers satisfied, instead of underwhelmed and annoyed. A fifth grade drama class could've come up with a better film. It's a generous 4/10 from me, only for the decent cinematography and mostly adequate performances.

Bone Cold executes its premise flawlessly. It's a character study, written in blood and biting snow. Soldiers are asked to pledge everything for a cause, and the toll is always more than just physical. This movie takes that theme, infuses it with a healthy dose of matinee creature feature, but never loses sight of its poignancy. When you get to the climax, which I will not spoil, everything is placed in sharp relief. Family, loyalty, patriotism, love. Bone Cold is a movie about the things that matter most. As a sidenote, the logistics of filming so much of this movie in the snow-covered forest are quite impressive here. Highly recommend a watch.

I just watched this film on Amazon Prime and this is usually not my cup of tea but I found it very gripping. The story is compelling and sure, like others have said here, you have to suspend belief some but, hey, it's not a docudrama! I thought the writing and direction was solid and the acting top-notch. I won't spoil anything but there is one character in particular, who only appears in a couple of scenes, who I really enjoyed and talked about after the movie. Not ever having served in the military I have no way of measuring whether the experiences of the characters approached reality but once again, I found the movie compelling and thoroughly watchable.

*spoiler*Starts off bad, gets worse. So, at the beginning an arab man is wandering around with a metal detector,no gps,not even a compass along a road. He finds a chain and pulls on it to see its attached to a rifle case. He opens the case and pulls out a rifle and gets shot in the head by a sniper team that were camping near road for no reason. Sniper rifle is wrong, scope is wrong, uniforms are wrong, no canteens. They then call in for an exfil because apparently they are done with their mission. The "Colonel" is wearing an Army BDU blouse with no name tape and spec 4 rank. If you don't care about accuracy go ahead and watch it.

Bone Cold is a film that addresses the reality of war and the effect it has on soldiers. The actors were phenomenal in their roles. Their portrayal of the characters was truly impressive. The effects of PTSD can vary widely from person to person, but they often impact various aspects of an individual's life, including their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The writer/director Billy Hanson's ability to subtly embed the message throughout the film added depth and meaning to the overall story. The cinematography captured the beautiful landscapes of a Maine winter and had visually striking scenes throughout the entire film. The story constantly keeps you guessing. The element of unpredictability in the story is masterfully executed, keeping viewers guessing from start to finish. A must-see film that impresses with its compelling story, striking visuals, and overall cinematic brilliance.

This movie is packed with a lot of tension. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. The filmmaker did such a great job building the characters and remorse they have for their job. To top it off, the added element of a monster is so awesome. From the first time we see the monster, I wanted to see more. (Can never have enough monster in movies lol). I absolutely loved when the soldier got shot multiple times in the face and he just pulls the bullets out. It was brutal and awesome. That guy is a badass haha Even though the movie had a small cast, it feels larger than it is. Not a dull moment in it. Music was great too. Increased that constant tension. Very very well done all around.