Cold Mountain is a critically acclaimed film released in 2003, directed by Anthony Minghella and based on the novel of the same name by Charles Frazier. The movie stars Jude Law as W.P. Inman, Nicole Kidman as Ada Monroe, and Renée Zellweger as Ruby Thewes.
The film begins with Inman, a Confederate soldier, being wounded in battle and sent to a hospital in Raleigh. He becomes disillusioned with the war and decides to desert in order to return to his beloved Ada. Meanwhile, Ada is struggling to maintain her family's farm in rural Cold Mountain, North Carolina, after her father passes away. Ruby, a feisty young woman with a mysterious past, arrives to help Ada and teach her the necessary skills to keep the farm running.
As Inman makes his way back to Cold Mountain, he must evade Confederate patrols and deal with a variety of dangerous situations. Along the way, he meets a range of characters, including a preacher named Veasey (played by Philip Seymour Hoffman) and a grieving widow named Sara (played by Natalie Portman).
Back in Cold Mountain, Ada and Ruby face challenges of their own. They must deal with marauders, harsh weather, and a shortage of food. The two women develop a strong bond, and Ruby teaches Ada valuable lessons about survival and independence.
Inman's journey is both physical and emotional, as he grapples with the traumas of war and the uncertainty of his reunion with Ada. The film builds to a tense and emotional climax, as Inman finally makes it back to Cold Mountain and faces a final showdown with a group of ruthless home guards.
Cold Mountain was widely praised for its strong performances, beautiful cinematography, and powerful storytelling. The film won numerous awards, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Zellweger.