The Ice Storm (1997)
An ice storm mirrors the emotional chill as a suburban family unravels in 1973.
In the weekend after thanksgiving 1973 the Hood family is skidding out of control. Then an ice storm hits, the worst in a century.
How intense is The Ice Storm?
The Ice Storm has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Ice Storm feels like
- Tone
- melancholybleakintimateatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Ice Storm
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Ice Storm for you?
Is The Ice Storm scary?
No. The Ice Storm is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Ice Storm gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Ice Storm sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Ice Storm OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is The Ice Storm?
The Ice Storm runs 1h 53m.
Where can I stream The Ice Storm?
The Ice Storm is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Ice Storm have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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