The Breaking Ice movie poster

The Breaking Ice

August 22, 2023 1h 40m 6.4/10 (49 votes)

Released 3 years ago in 2023. The Breaking Ice is a drama film. directed by Anthony Chen.

Starring Zhou Dongyu, Liu Haoran, and Qu Chuxiao

Synopsis

In cold wintry Yanji, a city on China's northern border, young urbanite Haofeng, visiting from Shanghai, feels lost and adrift. By chance, he goes on a tour led by Nana, a charming tour guide who instantly fascinates him. She introduces him to Xiao, a personable but frustrated restaurant worker. The three bond quickly over a drunken weekend. Confronting their individual traumas, their frozen desires slowly thaw as they seek to liberate themselves from an icy world.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 22, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (49 votes)
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Box Office $2.9M Worldwide gross
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Revenue
$2,900,000

Production Companies

  • Canopy Pictures
  • Huace Pictures
  • Giraffe Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Breaking Ice about?

In cold wintry Yanji, a city on China's northern border, young urbanite Haofeng, visiting from Shanghai, feels lost and adrift. By chance, he goes on a tour led by Nana, a charming tour guide who i...

Who directed The Breaking Ice?

The Breaking Ice was directed by Anthony Chen.

How long is The Breaking Ice?

The Breaking Ice has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Breaking Ice released?

The Breaking Ice was released on August 22, 2023 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Breaking Ice?

The main cast of The Breaking Ice includes Zhou Dongyu, Liu Haoran, Qu Chuxiao, Ruguang Wei, Liu Baisha.