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1997 · 113 min · R

The Ice Storm

Directed by Ang Lee · Drama

The Ice Storm (1997) is a Drama film, directed by Ang Lee set in Connecticut during the 1970s, in fall. It runs 113 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of family & loyalty and betrayal run throughout.

Composer
Mychael Danna
Cinematography
Frederick Elmes
Cast
Kevin KlineJoan AllenSigourney WeaverJamey SheridanChristina RicciTobey MaguireElijah WoodAdam Hann-Byrd

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Connecticut
Setting
Suburban
When
1970s
Season
Fall

Premise & themes

Themes
Family & LoyaltyBetrayal
Tone
MelancholicBleak

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Pure Fiction

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