Ice
Ice

Movie spotlight

Ice

1982
Movie
68 min
Serbo-Croatian

A TV film based on monodrama “Ice”, about the hardworking farmer and his crops whose biggest enemy is the weather.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Willi BaertGenres: Drama, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of people find themselves trapped in a remote, snow-covered lodge during a harsh winter. As their supplies dwindle and tensions rise, they realize they are not alone, and a sinister presence begins to pick them off one by one. The isolated setting and the psychological toll of their predicament amplify the terrifying events.

Critical Reception

Ice is a lesser-known horror film from the early 1980s, often overlooked in discussions of the genre. While it has a cult following among some horror enthusiasts for its atmospheric tension and bleak portrayal of isolation, it received minimal mainstream critical attention upon its release and is generally considered a niche film rather than a critically acclaimed one.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its oppressive atmosphere and sense of dread.

  • Noted for its minimalist approach to horror, focusing on psychological terror.

  • Criticized by some for its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's unsettling mood and effective use of a claustrophobic setting. Some viewers appreciate its less conventional horror approach, while others find it too slow or lacking in traditional scares.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the Swiss Alps, which significantly contributed to its isolated and chilling atmosphere.

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