In Cold Light
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| Directed by | Maxime Giroux |
| Written by | Patrick Whistler |
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| Cinematography | Sara Mishara |
| Edited by | Mathieu Bouchard-Malo |
| Music by | Philippe Brault |
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| Distributed by | Saban Films |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
In Cold Light is a 2025 Canadian thriller film directed by Maxime Giroux in his English-language feature debut, from a screenplay written by Patrick Whistler. It stars Maika Monroe, Troy Kotsur, Helen Hunt, and Allan Hawco.
The film premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Festival on June 7, 2025. It is scheduled to be released on January 23, 2026 by Saban Films.
Cast
[edit]- Maika Monroe as Ava
- Troy Kotsur as Will, Ava's deaf father
- Helen Hunt as Claire
- Allan Hawco as Bob Whyte
Production
[edit]In July 2021, it was reported that Telefilm Canada would finance on Giroux's first English feature film titled In Cold Light.[1] In May 2023, Maika Monroe and Troy Kotsur was reported to star in the film with XYZ Films handling the rights and presenting the project at the Marché du Film.[2] In June 2023, it was reported that principal photography had been taking place in Alberta, Canada and was set to wrap the next month.[3] In July 2023, the production was granted an interim agreement allowing filming during the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.[4]
Release
[edit]In Cold Light had its world premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Festival on June 7, 2025, during the Spotlight Narrative section.[5] Saban Films has acquired for the North American distribution rights and it is scheduled to be released on January 23, 2026.
References
[edit]- ^ Duchesne, André (July 28, 2021). "Téléfilm finance le prochain film de Maxime Giroux". La Presse. Retrieved April 18, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 17, 2023). "Maika Monroe & Troy Kotsur To Lead Crime Thriller 'In Cold Light', Marking The Latter's First Movie Since Memorable Oscar Win For 'CODA' — Cannes Market". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 18, 2025.
- ^ Cooper, Alison (June 28, 2023). "Outlaws and dramas: Here's what's filming in Alberta this July". Daily Hive. Retrieved April 18, 2025.
- ^ Porter, Rick (July 19, 2023). "SAG-AFTRA Strike: Which Movies and TV Shows Are Still in Production". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 18, 2025.
- ^ Casemore, Jamie (April 17, 2025). "Maxime Giroux's In Cold Light to premiere at Tribeca Film Festival". Playback. Retrieved April 18, 2025.