The Ice Storm Reviews

I so vividly remember going to see 'The Ice Storm.'  I was in New York City.  It was October 1997.  A friend and I decided on 'The Ice Storm.'  A movie I will never forget.  Just a wonderful depiction of the 1970s and suburban life.

The film is directed by Ang Lee ('Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,' 'The Hulk,' 'Brokeback Mountain.').  It features so many amazing actors:  Kevin Kline, Joan Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Tobey Maquire, Christina Ricci, Elijah Wood, Adam Hann-Byrd and Katie Holmes.  Rick Moody is one of the two writers.  So, we have a powerhouse of talent from the get-go.

'The Ice...

This film has some very complicated and weird characters, which I love. There are many awkward and inappropriate moments which make one squirm, but you can't keep your eyes off the movie. Many of the feelings I had during this film I had while watching American Beauty. This movie takes place in the 1970's and there are "key parties" and very uncomfortable moments throughout. Many subplots abound, keeping the viewer intensely connected to all the characters. It makes total sense that Ang Lee did this film. I actually didn't know that until I wrote this review and saw it as a "pro." Lee delves into...