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Cold Lands (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1999, Cold Lands is a drama film directed by Sébastien Lifshitz, running about 62 minutes.

What it’s about. A young Frenchman of Arab descent, Djamel, becomes convinced that his long-lost father is a rich factory owner in Grenoble. When the man coldly rejects him, Djamel plots a revenge that will implicate the man's closeted gay son.

Who’s in it. Cold Lands stars Yasmine Belmadi as Djamel, Bernard Verley as Monsieur Chamblasse, Valérie Donzelli as Isabelle and Sébastien Charles as Laurent, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Cold Lands has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cold Lands page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cold Lands tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cold Lands (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cold Lands change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cold Lands worth watching?
Cold Lands holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cold Lands?
Cold Lands stars Yasmine Belmadi, Bernard Verley, Valérie Donzelli, Sébastien Charles and Sébastien Lifshitz.
When was Cold Lands released?
Cold Lands was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.