7 action-packed movies where a snowstorm is worth everything
"The Day After Tomorrow"
- 2004
- US
- Sci-fi, thriller, adventure
- Director: Roland Emmerich
- Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Dennis Quaid, Ian Holm, Emmy Rossum, Sela Ward
- IMDb Rating: 6.5
Climate scientist Jack Hall documents dramatic climate changes that point to an approaching global catastrophe. His predictions are ignored until devastating weather anomalies begin to occur across the globe. The Northern Hemisphere is rapidly plunging into a new ice age. Meanwhile, Jack's son finds himself in a freezing New York City. Hall embarks on a perilous journey through the devastated world to reach him.
"This is probably one of the best films about climate change! It's a masterpiece! I regret not having seen it in a theater when I saw it. I recommend watching it in high quality, and if possible, on a big screen", — Око_Саурона
"The best disaster movie ever made, especially for its time", — BigTony
"Yes, I agree with the comments. It's truly one of the best disaster films ever made. The film is vibrant, the characters are three-dimensional and relatable. The special effects are simply stunning! I even wanted to watch it again, all the praise I was getting", — Аниана
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"The Shining"
- 1980
- UK, US
- Horror, thriller
- Director: Stanley Kubrick
- Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers, Philip Stone
- IMDb Rating: 8.4
Writer Jack Torrance takes a job as a caretaker at a mountain hotel for the winter and moves there with his family. The hotel is completely isolated from the outside world. Gradually, Jack begins to feel the influence of the strange atmosphere of the place. His behavior becomes increasingly erratic, and the hotel's past begins to manifest in terrifying ways. Jack's wife and son find themselves trapped with a man who has lost touch with reality.
"One of my favorite films!
I can watch it over and over again", — mattsosi
"The film gave us a bunch of references in cinema and the gaming industry", — Quvatlh
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"Fargo"
- 1996
- UK, US
- Criminal, drama, thriller
- Director: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
- Starring: Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, Steve Buscemi, Peter Stormare, Kristin Rudrüd
- IMDb Rating: 8.1
Car salesman Jerry Lundegaard decides to stage the kidnapping of his wife for ransom. He hires two less-than-professional criminals to do the job. The plan spirals out of control almost immediately. In the process, random people are killed, and the situation rapidly escalates. Pregnant Sheriff Marge Gunderson takes over the investigation.
"Steve Buscemi is, as always, a total slam", — SirJik
"The film is not overrated. It's a great crime drama, it's just not seasoned with comedy like Season 1, but that doesn't make it any worse. It's a GOOD CRIME DRAMA, that's all", — izkrys
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"Everest"
- 2015
- Iceland, UK, USA
- Adventure, drama, historical
- Director: Baltasar Kormákur
- Starring: Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, Jake Gyllenhaal, Keira Knightley, Sam Warrington
- IMDb Rating: 7.1
Several mountaineering expeditions are preparing to climb Everest in the same season. Experienced guides assemble groups of clients with varying levels of experience. The ascent proceeds according to plan until weather conditions suddenly deteriorate. At altitude, any decision can prove fatal. The struggle for survival begins on the descent.
“The movie is great, the actors are cool, I love movies like this based on real events”, — id212027600
"A strong cast. The mountains are unforgiving of mistakes and compassion at its worst", — PanPanich
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"The Road"
- 2009
- US
- Adventure, drama
- Director: John Hillcoat
- Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Charlize Theron, Guy Pearce
- IMDb Rating: 7.2
After a global catastrophe, Earth is transformed into a scorched desert. The remaining survivors struggle for resources, often resorting to violence. A father and son journey across the devastated country in search of safety. Their journey takes them through devastated cities and abandoned roads. Their primary goal remains survival and the preservation of humanity.
"It was so impressive at the time that this film has now become the benchmark for all post-apocalyptic films. It's actually how I determined what I like most about the genre — the survival element", — Marvel_fun
"A very heavy, depressing film about the end of the world. For fans of post-apocalyptic themes. 10/10 💯", — miamoony
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"The Grey"
- 2012
- UK, US
- Action, adventure, drama, thriller
- Director: Joe Carnahan
- Starring: Liam Neeson, Frank Grillo, Dermot Mulroney, Jonathan Bitonti, Anne Openshaw
- IMDb Rating: 6.7
A plane carrying oil rig workers crashes in the Alaskan wilderness. The survivors find themselves in extreme cold and complete isolation. They soon realize they're in the territory of a wolf pack. Efforts to escape devolve into a series of dangerous journeys. Every decision could be their last.
"The ending with the wolf is memorable..." — bison23
"A very spectacular film about survival, resilience, strength of spirit, and the value of life. During the scenes with the wolves, I often closed my eyes and worried about everything happening on the screen 🫣", — Your_amnesia
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"Whiteout"
- 2009
- US
- Action, crime, detective, thriller
- Director: Dominic Sena
- Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Gabriel Macht, Tom Skerritt, Columbus Short
- IMDb Rating: 5.5
Federal Marshal Carrie Stetko is working at an Antarctic station on the eve of the polar night. With only a few days left before complete isolation, a murder occurs at the station that may be connected to events long ago. The investigation is complicated by harsh weather conditions. Any mistake could cost lives.
"A good, solid, high-quality thriller. The scene with the finger surgery is incredibly intense and unpleasant, and of course, I feel very sorry for the girl. But overall, I really liked the film; Kate Beckinsale gave a great performance", — Аниана
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William Macy plays there, we should see his filmography.
Snowblower (2019)
Rabies (2023)
Ice Drive (2021)
Separation (2019
At a depth of 6 feet (2017)
Survive (1993)
Vertical Limit (2000)
I watched "the day after tomorrow" from here - a very cool movie, as someone noted in the comments.
Definitely need to check out "Fargo"
The impressions are positive.
The selection is super! Thanks!
In "The Road," I don't remember it being winter all the time and determining the plot conditions. I remember the rains, the vegetation too, and the coast in general.