The Snowman

• Crime
• Thriller
• Mystery
• Horror

A chilling psychological thriller set amidst the stark, perpetual winter of Oslo, *The Snowman* follows Detective Harry Hole, a brilliant but self-destructive investigator, as he confronts a disturbingly methodical serial killer who leaves behind meticulously constructed snowmen at the crime scenes – each a macabre signature. The film delves into Hole’s internal struggles with alcoholism and past traumas as the investigation unspools, mirroring the killer’s chilling detachment and escalating boldness. Unlike conventional serial killer narratives, this film offers a fragmented and unsettling experience, prioritizing atmosphere and the creeping dread of an unsolvable puzzle over conventional plot resolution. It's a descent into the darkness of the human psyche, exploring the corrosive effects of unchecked violence and the haunting permanence of loss within a landscape defined by icy isolation.