If you’re heading to the theater this February 13th for Cold Storage, you’re likely looking for a wild, “fungus-forward” ride. Starring Joe Keery, Liam Neeson, and Georgina Campbell, the movie follows two storage facility employees who realize their workplace sits right on top of a decommissioned government lab. Naturally, that lab is housing a deadly fungus that—thanks to a clumsy accident—gets unleashed.
Liam Neeson shows up as the veteran from the original containment team to help clean up the mess. It’s a great setup for a campy, high-energy horror-comedy, but the finished product feels a bit too restrained.
Keery Carries the Weight
The absolute highlight here is Joe Keery. He is phenomenal, selling lines and comedic beats that would have completely fallen flat with a less capable actor. His chemistry with Georgina Campbell is the heart of the movie, and she more than holds her own.
The Missed Opportunity
The biggest issue is that Cold Storage never quite commits to the bit. For a movie about a killer underground fungus, it stays firmly within its comfort zone. I kept waiting for it to get weirder, louder, and more absurd, but the screenplay never pushes the envelope.
Because the movie doesn’t fully lean into the “big comedy” energy, its technical flaws stand out more:
- The CGI: It’s noticeable in a way that’s distracting rather than charming.
- The Tone: While the slapstick gore is a nice touch, it isn’t enough to make up for a script that feels a little too quiet.
Final Thoughts
I really wanted to love this. The ingredients for a cult classic are all there, but the execution is missing that final “crank it to eleven” spark. It’s a decent watch if you’re a die-hard fan of the cast, but it ultimately leaves you wishing it had just embraced the chaos.
Rating: 2 out of 5
