Cast
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Thora Birch
as Barbara Hoffman
Keith Carradine
as Detective Lulling
Brendan Sexton III
as Jerry Davies
Leo Fitzpatrick
as Detective Couture
Dan Moran
as Harry Berge
Dean Winters
as Ken Curtis
Colleen Camp
as Mrs. Davies
Scott Cohen
as Eisenberg
Tony Cucci
as The Big Guy
Adam Ferrara
as Assistant District Attorney
Derek Cecil
as District Attorney
Tom O'Rourke
as Medical Examiner
Steven Randazzo
as Harry's Lawyer
Marsha Dietlein
as Harry's Sister
Jen Jones
as Jerry's Neighbor
Crew
Director
- Eric Mandelbaum
Writer
- Michael Graf
- Michael Caughill
Producer
- Milka Stanisic
- Anthony J. Vorhies
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Winter of Frozen Dreams examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Eric Mandelbaum brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2009, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Winter of Frozen Dreams took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1148 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 42 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 1, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 32m
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