The Iceman is a 2012 American crime thriller film, the true story of Richard Kuklinski, the notorious mob contract killer and family man.
Inspired by actual events, The Iceman follows notorious contract killer
Richard Kuklinski from his early days in the mob until his arrest for the murder
of more than 100 men.
Appearing to be living the American dream as a devoted husband and father; in
reality Kuklinski was a ruthless killer-for-hire. When finally arrested in 1986,
neither his wife nor daughters had any clue about his real profession.
The Iceman Reviews
“Shannon's restrained and mesmerizing portrayal, bolstered by an excellent offbeat supporting cast, makes for an edgy and compelling Mob yarn.” USA Today
“A finely chiseled thriller that reflects the cold-blooded efficiency of its murderous subject in every frame and detail, “The Iceman” expertly unpacks the story of frighteningly prolific contract killer Richard Kuklinski. Holding its own among the numerous films and series about New Jersey mobsters, no-nonsense hitmen and their long-suffering wives and children, this latest effort from Israeli-born director Ariel Vromen is a model of lean, incisive filmmaking fronted by a commanding Michael Shannon and backed by a terrifically offbeat supporting cast. Grim subject matter and frequent, spasmodic violence will draw a limited but discerning arthouse audience.” Variety
“A true-crime thriller directed with grit, gristle and punchy energy by Ariel Vromen, The Iceman is never less than fascinating..” Philadelphia Inquirer
“What makes it at all special is Shannon, who's terrific playing the human being behind the murderer, a man so psychopathic that he doesn't realise he's actually a monster posing as a man.” Radio Times