Cold Wallet is a 2024 darkly comedic thriller directed by Cutter Hodierne. The film follows Billy (Raúl Castillo), a father who, after a difficult separation, invests heavily in a new cryptocurrency called Tulip, hoping to secure a better future for himself and his daughter. Alongside his friends Eva (Melonie Diaz) and Dom (Tony Cavalero), Billy sees Tulip as their ticket to financial freedom. However, their aspirations are shattered when Tulip’s value plummets following the suspicious death of its creator, Charles Hegel (Josh Brener). Discovering that Hegel is alive and in hiding, the trio plots to confront him and reclaim their lost investments.
As their plan unfolds, the group becomes entangled in a perilous game of cat and mouse, exploring themes of greed, desperation, and the moral complexities of revenge. The film delves into the psychological turmoil of individuals ensnared by the allure of quick wealth in the volatile world of cryptocurrency. Cold Wallet offers a timely commentary on the perils of digital currencies and the human cost of financial speculation.
