The Black Frost (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2016, The Black Frost is a drama film directed by Maximiliano Schonfeld, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. Three farmers work on a farm in Entre Ríos, a sparsely populated lowland region of Argentina traversed by rivers. Their crops are affected by ‘black frost’ which threatens to destroy their harvest. One day, a young woman appears at their door; blithely and self-assuredly she begins to influence their familiar routines. The bewildered farmers yield to Alejandra’s interventions: she dons Heribertos’ dead wife’s clothes, accompanies Benigno to a greyhound race and wins young Lucas’ friendship. Shortly afterwards, the frost disappears.
Who’s in it. The Black Frost stars Lucas Schell, Benigno Lell, Dario Wendler and Mario Wendler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Black Frost has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Frost page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Frost tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Frost (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Frost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Frost worth watching?
- The Black Frost holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Frost?
- The Black Frost stars Lucas Schell, Benigno Lell, Dario Wendler, Mario Wendler and Ailín Salas.
- When was The Black Frost released?
- The Black Frost was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.