🔹 The Breaking Ice (燃冬), written and directed by Anthony Chen, stars Zhou Dongyu, Liu Haoran, and Qu Chuxiao in a tender and introspective romance that unfolds in the snowy border city of Yanji near North Korea. When Shanghai banker Haofeng arrives for a wedding, he meets tour guide Nana and her friend Xiao. A chance encounter spirals into late-night drinks, shared meals, and unexpected connections as they confront loneliness, buried trauma, and a longing for thawed hearts amidst the winter chill .
Selected for Cannes 2023’s Un Certain Regard, the film is praised for its atmospheric cinematography, emotional depth, and nuanced performances .
🎬 Watch now in full — 97 minutes with English subtitles — free with ads!
✔️ Genre: Romance | Drama | Coming-of-Age
✔️ Languages: Mandarin, Korean (with English Subtitles)
✔️ Streaming: Free with Ads | Full-Length Feature
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Why Watch “The Breaking Ice”?
Critics call it a “gorgeous, lyrical portrait” of youth caught between past pain and a frozen present .
Strong lead performances by Zhou Dongyu, Liu Haoran & Qu Chuxiao deliver emotional resonance and subtle chemistry .
Festival darling: Selected for Cannes' Un Certain Regard, with award recognition at Denver, Stockholm, Warsaw & Asia Pacific film festivals .
Art-house aesthetic: Intimate storytelling, French New Wave influences, and stunning winter visuals elevate its emotional core .
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