When finally arrested in 1986, neither his wife nor daughters have any clue about his real profession. Appearing to be living the American dream as a devoted husband and father in reality Kuklinski was a ruthless killer-for-hire. Inspired by actual events, The Iceman follows notorious contract killer Richard Kuklinski (Academy Award® nominee Michael Shannon) from his early days in the mob until his arrest for the murder of more than 100 men.

The Iceman hits theaters May 3rd, check out the trailer and synopsis after the jump. The movie was presented at Venice film festival. The film also stars Ray Liotta, Winona Rider, David Schwimmer, James Franco, and Chris Evans. Ariel Vromen‘s The Iceman (2012) movie trailer stars Michael Shannon, Ray Liotta, Chris Evans, James Franco, and Winona Ryder. The Iceman is a 2012 American biographical crime film about notorious hitman Richard Kuklinski.Released in 2012 at the Venice Film Festival, the film was directed by Ariel Vromen, and stars Michael Shannon as Kuklinski, Winona Ryder, Chris Evans, and Ray Liotta. I must say though, that my hopes have been slightly lowered for this after the lackluster releases of Killing Them Softly and Gangster Squad. He is believed to have killed more than 250 people between 19. The film is written and directed by Ariel Vromen, who is a relative newcomer on the scene, however I’m hopeful that the interesting story, decent cast, and promising visuals will make for an enjoyable mob flick. The Iceman is the true story of Richard Kuklinski: loving husband, devoted father, ruthless killer. Here’s the new trailer for The Iceman, starring Michael Shannon as the infamous hitman Richard Kuklinski. A Neolithic clan leader seeks vengeance for the brutal massacre of his clan and the desecration of the groups holy shrine.

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