Cold Copy is categorised as a crime/thriller/mystery but in my opinion it's just a drama, not even a good one. Watching this was like when you start reading a book and after hundred pages you start to realize that this is going nowhere, but you started the book, so you want to finish it, in case it got better but you have no high hopes. This movie is the same, the story is weak but you hope it will get better. I found everything very predictable so no mystery for me, nor any thrilling. Maybe a crime if you could call that a crime, it's more infantile behaviour. Writer/director Roxine Helberg didn't convince me. I watched Cold Copy because of Jacob Tremblay, that shined in Doctor Sleep and Room. He also played the young Tandy in the excellent comedy series The Last Man On Earth. He wasn't bad in Cold Copy, the story was just boring to watch. The other characters were annoying to watch. Time waster in my humble opinion.
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Mediocre dramatic thriller lacking tension and leaving too many untied loose ends
danieljfarthing12 March 2024
In dramatic thriller "Cold Copy" journalism student Bel Powley (strong rising star) scratches a place in the class of her idol Tracee Ellis Ross (slightly over the top) - a hard-hitting interviewer at the height of her game & fame. To stay, learn & thrive tho, Powley must take tough advice, especially on the story she's on about her teen 'friend' Jacob Tremblay (meh) whose famous author mum died some years earlier. It follows a predictable path, but with little tension and scant twistiness, ending somewhat satisfyingly yet still with many loose ends untied. Debut writer / director Roxine Helberg aimed for a "Wall Street"-lite... and just about made it... albeit VERY litely. Mediocre.
The story is stronger than the characters
ListenToChris3 March 2024
When we first decided to watch this it had a score of 7.0 and no reviews, and indeed not much information about it at all. The trailer looked ok though. By the time we did watch, a week or two later, the score had dropped to 5.8.
The characters of Mia and Diane aren't all that believable, but the story is quite strong and moves along pretty well. It's all about how far Mia is prepared go down Diane's recommended approach that the story is more important than the truth, because what's truth anyway. Enjoyed it for sure.
There's also quite a strong ending, which is a solid achievement because a lot of movies just sort of fade away at the end. Good work.
The characters of Mia and Diane aren't all that believable, but the story is quite strong and moves along pretty well. It's all about how far Mia is prepared go down Diane's recommended approach that the story is more important than the truth, because what's truth anyway. Enjoyed it for sure.
There's also quite a strong ending, which is a solid achievement because a lot of movies just sort of fade away at the end. Good work.
Jacob Tremblay is the most interesting part
jluthier66619 March 2024
The movie is quite interesting for a directorial debut. The third act was quite rushed since there are a lot of things that was seemingly skipped between Mia and Igor.
Despite not getting to show full potential, Jacob Tremblay made another great performance. His character Igor has a pure heart and you just want to fill the void he has living mostly alone.
Mia is like Thanos in her own movie. When you see how much lines she cross, you will know how journalistic integrity start to not exist anymore in this movie.
If ever there is a director's cut for this movie, I'm expecting more Jacob scenes as his final scene could have had a heavier impact. But overall, the movie was good enough, and of course Jacob's performance was great!
Despite not getting to show full potential, Jacob Tremblay made another great performance. His character Igor has a pure heart and you just want to fill the void he has living mostly alone.
Mia is like Thanos in her own movie. When you see how much lines she cross, you will know how journalistic integrity start to not exist anymore in this movie.
If ever there is a director's cut for this movie, I'm expecting more Jacob scenes as his final scene could have had a heavier impact. But overall, the movie was good enough, and of course Jacob's performance was great!
"COLD COPY" REVIEW
Mr-Topshotta24 March 2024
Directed and written by Roxine Helberg. A runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes. To rent or buy on Prime Video with an R rating.
"Mia Scott," played by Bel Powley, is an ambitious journalism student. "Mia" and her roommate/friend "Kim," played by Nesta Cooper, are both students of their esteemed professor, "Diane Heger," played by Tracee Ellis Ross.
"Diane" is not only a professor but a popular cutthroat reporter with her segment on a popular news show. She is harsh and to the point. SB(Side Bar) I love seeing Tracee in an antagonist role.
"Diane" provides an AP journalist class, which "Kim" and "Mia" both attend. The single focus is to provide a story with legs. If the story is good, it will be picked, and you have the potential to work with "Diane" on her show.
By chance "Mia" encounters "Igor Nowak" played by Jacob Tremblay. He has an interesting past that "Mia" can relate to. She decides to tell a story about him with her ulterior motives.
You watch as "Mia" dives down the rabbit hole and does integrity-less things for this story. What won't she do in an attempt to impress her highly critical teacher?
"Cold Copy" was Roxine Helberg's directorial debut. Which wasn't bad since she wrote it as well. Seasoned filmmakers have a hard time doing that, let alone someone in their first major film.
Tracee Ellis Ross played her character effortlessly, giving a spotless performance. She carried the film. Without her performance, this film would have probably been rated lower.
I couldn't stand the Bel Powley character.
Earlier on "Mia," subject Jacob Tremblay's character "Igor" told her this isn't for you. That was a fact. "Mia" was vindictive. You have to have the drive and willingness to go further than the next person. She wasn't competitive; she was just jealous. What drove her came from all the wrong emotions.
If you have to backstab your allies and friends just to get a little bit further, what's the point? You have to have some morals. It's too early in the game to be burning bridges to the bottom of the water. It's hard enough fighting enemies; you don't want to make enemies out of people who know you and can hurt you worse than any real enemy.
Speaking of having issues with morals and ethics, Let's add another word, "optics.". "Diane" was a hard ass and mean for most of the film. But they explained why. She was poor. "Diane" scratched and clawed to get to where she is now. She saw that spark in "Mia" and pushed her.
"Mia," on the other hand, is spoiled. If she doesn't like something, she will sabotage it to get her way. No one can stand in her way because she's mentally weak. She's giving a lot of "Karen" energy. I liked the realism approach, but then it took a turn and clashed with two different points of view. Film-wise, it gave intriguing points, but at what cost? Some of the turns it took made me dislike the film.
Overall, the film held my attention, and whether I agreed with "MiA" or how Roxine Helberg made this film, the final product was solid. Casting was pivotal in this film. Having a seasoned actor allowed this film to flourish and go further than it would have, in my opinion. This is why I give this film four mor stars🔥🔥🔥🔥.
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"Mia Scott," played by Bel Powley, is an ambitious journalism student. "Mia" and her roommate/friend "Kim," played by Nesta Cooper, are both students of their esteemed professor, "Diane Heger," played by Tracee Ellis Ross.
"Diane" is not only a professor but a popular cutthroat reporter with her segment on a popular news show. She is harsh and to the point. SB(Side Bar) I love seeing Tracee in an antagonist role.
"Diane" provides an AP journalist class, which "Kim" and "Mia" both attend. The single focus is to provide a story with legs. If the story is good, it will be picked, and you have the potential to work with "Diane" on her show.
By chance "Mia" encounters "Igor Nowak" played by Jacob Tremblay. He has an interesting past that "Mia" can relate to. She decides to tell a story about him with her ulterior motives.
You watch as "Mia" dives down the rabbit hole and does integrity-less things for this story. What won't she do in an attempt to impress her highly critical teacher?
"Cold Copy" was Roxine Helberg's directorial debut. Which wasn't bad since she wrote it as well. Seasoned filmmakers have a hard time doing that, let alone someone in their first major film.
Tracee Ellis Ross played her character effortlessly, giving a spotless performance. She carried the film. Without her performance, this film would have probably been rated lower.
I couldn't stand the Bel Powley character.
Earlier on "Mia," subject Jacob Tremblay's character "Igor" told her this isn't for you. That was a fact. "Mia" was vindictive. You have to have the drive and willingness to go further than the next person. She wasn't competitive; she was just jealous. What drove her came from all the wrong emotions.
If you have to backstab your allies and friends just to get a little bit further, what's the point? You have to have some morals. It's too early in the game to be burning bridges to the bottom of the water. It's hard enough fighting enemies; you don't want to make enemies out of people who know you and can hurt you worse than any real enemy.
Speaking of having issues with morals and ethics, Let's add another word, "optics.". "Diane" was a hard ass and mean for most of the film. But they explained why. She was poor. "Diane" scratched and clawed to get to where she is now. She saw that spark in "Mia" and pushed her.
"Mia," on the other hand, is spoiled. If she doesn't like something, she will sabotage it to get her way. No one can stand in her way because she's mentally weak. She's giving a lot of "Karen" energy. I liked the realism approach, but then it took a turn and clashed with two different points of view. Film-wise, it gave intriguing points, but at what cost? Some of the turns it took made me dislike the film.
Overall, the film held my attention, and whether I agreed with "MiA" or how Roxine Helberg made this film, the final product was solid. Casting was pivotal in this film. Having a seasoned actor allowed this film to flourish and go further than it would have, in my opinion. This is why I give this film four mor stars🔥🔥🔥🔥.
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Actually kept me wondering what would happen next
bornagainmel9 March 2024
I loved Tracee Ellis Ross in this! Aside from looking captivating, I couldn't hate her even though I should. The storyline was great! And, although I disliked the lead's character and actions, she played her part well, and kept me wondering what would happen next! The film displays the reality of the extent someone who needs life validation would go to get ahead or to stifle someone else's success. We've all come across a character like the lead, where even in her facial expressions, she can't hide her evident misery at another's progress. It's cringe, but I love that it shows what goes around comes eventually around. I liked how the movie ended. With all the junk movies out there, this one was a worthy watch!
Much better than I expected.
Sleepin_Dragon10 March 2024
Journalism student Mia Scott is desperate to impress the hard nosed, but influential journalist
Diane Heger, even if it means breaking the rules to land the perfect story.
It has a made for TV feel to it, so don't expect slick production values or a film full of A-listers, but do expect a good story, and some very competent acting.
The story is quite a good one, and it will hold your attention from the start, unlike many similar films it does actually end quite well, an unexpected climax, it becomes a story of revenge. A few poignant scenes throughout, Mia opening up about her past, very good.
Heger truly is a monster, but an interesting villain, Tracee Ellis Ross is excellent, but Bel Powley steals thr show, she's great, and acted as producer.
8/10.
It has a made for TV feel to it, so don't expect slick production values or a film full of A-listers, but do expect a good story, and some very competent acting.
The story is quite a good one, and it will hold your attention from the start, unlike many similar films it does actually end quite well, an unexpected climax, it becomes a story of revenge. A few poignant scenes throughout, Mia opening up about her past, very good.
Heger truly is a monster, but an interesting villain, Tracee Ellis Ross is excellent, but Bel Powley steals thr show, she's great, and acted as producer.
8/10.
This will leave you cold
Boristhemoggy29 February 2024
An ambitious journalism student falls under the thrall of an esteemed yet cutthroat news reporter whom she's desperate to impress, even if it means manipulating her latest story - and the very idea of truth itself.
I didn't much fancy the title, i kind of expected how the plot would go, but Bel Powley is so watchable I had to watch the entire film. It's really at heart an ethical exploration, and a revenge film. Both parts done exceptionally well.
Tracee Ellis Ross Plays Diane Heger and is the journalist we all love to hate. The one that cares nothing for people, only about stories. The kind of people who may bring us the truth such as The Nixon Tapes, or destroy lives by making public something which did not need to be public. Love her? Hate her? Maybe a bit of both because she feeds both sides of our souls. And Ellis Ross plays the part excellently.
Powley dominates the film though, as a new student, just learning the ropes, and being awe struck by Heger, but also hating her for treading on her toes and stealing her story. She plays her master revenge simply but perfectly but while I was joyous and applauding her for her creative bringing down of Heger, I also was struck that Powley's character Mia Scott had acted inappropriately with a teen, and lied and deceived him to get the story that was stolen from her.
It's natural to be on Scott's side as she hit back at what seemed to be a monstrous lady. And yet Scott proved she herself had no morals or ethics in getting the story in the first place. Who do we root for? Who do we congratulate? It's a difficult question and it's an excellent film.
I didn't much fancy the title, i kind of expected how the plot would go, but Bel Powley is so watchable I had to watch the entire film. It's really at heart an ethical exploration, and a revenge film. Both parts done exceptionally well.
Tracee Ellis Ross Plays Diane Heger and is the journalist we all love to hate. The one that cares nothing for people, only about stories. The kind of people who may bring us the truth such as The Nixon Tapes, or destroy lives by making public something which did not need to be public. Love her? Hate her? Maybe a bit of both because she feeds both sides of our souls. And Ellis Ross plays the part excellently.
Powley dominates the film though, as a new student, just learning the ropes, and being awe struck by Heger, but also hating her for treading on her toes and stealing her story. She plays her master revenge simply but perfectly but while I was joyous and applauding her for her creative bringing down of Heger, I also was struck that Powley's character Mia Scott had acted inappropriately with a teen, and lied and deceived him to get the story that was stolen from her.
It's natural to be on Scott's side as she hit back at what seemed to be a monstrous lady. And yet Scott proved she herself had no morals or ethics in getting the story in the first place. Who do we root for? Who do we congratulate? It's a difficult question and it's an excellent film.
Ego trip journalist
ThatDoesntMatter21 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
A totally naive and insecure student adores this TV host / professor.
That sentence alone should disqualify her.
Or be used for a different kind of movie.
Journalism is stories, just like everything else in life.
But most of all, surprise surprise, journalism is a business, it is stories used to sell ads, twisted stories, one-sided stories, tabloid stories, propaganda stories, fantasy stories. Who knew. Cui bono.
In today's woke world, how is that btchy professor even a thing?
And why would I care for an egotistical jealous criminal student with no morals? Cry me a river your 'story' got 'stolen', learn your lesson: read the fine print before you sign something. 'I'm so special' - glad that bubble got burst quickly.
If this is supposed to be a character study it failed. Nothing new to be gained here. Not even truth, whatever that elusive, many-facetted thing may be . Only a shadow of yesteryear's news. That hammam monologue was so Hollywood it hurt.
The ending is not redemptive, it's more cliché and more ego trip and predictable, totally unconvincing and not satisfying. Any second grade editing proofcheck would show that the recording was fake. But who cares, as everything is. That's the message, then. As I said, surprise surprise, yesteryear's news.
The kid was great, and the roommate was good as well. A glimpse of reality. The rest was yawn.
That sentence alone should disqualify her.
Or be used for a different kind of movie.
Journalism is stories, just like everything else in life.
But most of all, surprise surprise, journalism is a business, it is stories used to sell ads, twisted stories, one-sided stories, tabloid stories, propaganda stories, fantasy stories. Who knew. Cui bono.
In today's woke world, how is that btchy professor even a thing?
And why would I care for an egotistical jealous criminal student with no morals? Cry me a river your 'story' got 'stolen', learn your lesson: read the fine print before you sign something. 'I'm so special' - glad that bubble got burst quickly.
If this is supposed to be a character study it failed. Nothing new to be gained here. Not even truth, whatever that elusive, many-facetted thing may be . Only a shadow of yesteryear's news. That hammam monologue was so Hollywood it hurt.
The ending is not redemptive, it's more cliché and more ego trip and predictable, totally unconvincing and not satisfying. Any second grade editing proofcheck would show that the recording was fake. But who cares, as everything is. That's the message, then. As I said, surprise surprise, yesteryear's news.
The kid was great, and the roommate was good as well. A glimpse of reality. The rest was yawn.
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