The Snowman (2017) Movie Review

"The Snowman" is a 2017 crime thriller film based on the novel of the same name by Jo Nesbø. The movie follows detective Harry Hole, played by Michael Fassbender, as he investigates the disappearance of a woman during the first snowfall of the season. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that it may be connected to a serial killer known as "The Snowman Killer." The film also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Charlotte Gainsbourg and J.K. Simmons.

Plot:

"The Snowman" follows detective Harry Hole as he investigates the disappearance of a woman during the first snowfall of the winter. The case quickly escalates as more women go missing, and Harry begins to suspect that a serial killer known as "The Snowman" may be responsible.

As Harry delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the murders may be connected to a series of past killings that took place during the first snowfall of the winter. He also discovers that the Snowman Killer is leaving snowmen as calling cards at the crime scenes.

Meanwhile, Harry's personal life is in turmoil as he is struggling with alcoholism and a strained relationship with his ex-girlfriend.

As the body count continues to rise, Harry races against time to catch the Snowman before he strikes again. The movie is full of twists and turns and it keeps the audience on edge till the end.

"The Snowman" is a crime thriller film that was released in 2017. The movie, which is based on the novel of the same name by Jo Nesbø, follows detective Harry Hole as he investigates the disappearance of a woman and the potential connection to a serial killer known as "The Snowman." The film stars Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Ferguson, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and J.K. Simmons.

Conclusion:

Overall, the movie received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the performance of the cast, particularly Michael Fassbender, and the film's moody atmosphere, while others criticized the convoluted plot and pacing. The movie is not a critical success, but it has its own fans and audiences who enjoyed the movie for its cast, the snow setting, and the thrill of the story.

If you are a fan of crime thrillers, then you might enjoy "The Snowman" despite its shortcomings. But if you are looking for a well-crafted, tightly-plotted thriller with a satisfying conclusion, you may want to look elsewhere.

RATING: 5/10