Ice

Ice

Year: 2018

Runtime: 118 mins

Language: Russian

Director: Oleg Trofim

ComedyRomanceDrama

In contemporary Russia, Nadya's aspirations of becoming a champion figure skater are shattered by a debilitating injury that requires hospitalization. While recovering, she encounters Sasha, a talented hockey player. He encourages her to rediscover her confidence and reignite her passion for skating, helping her to believe in her dream once more.

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Timeline & Setting – Ice (2018)

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Location

Irkutsk, Moscow

Irkutsk, a Siberian city on the Angara River, is Nadya's humble hometown and the starting point of her skating dream. The story follows her move to a boarding school housed in a local sports palace, where she trains under tough scrutiny. The harsh climate and tight-knit community shape her resilience as she fights to prove her talent. Later, Moscow becomes the stage for bigger competitions and higher-stakes ambitions.

❄️ Siberian city 🗺️ Russian capitals 🥅 Ice sports hub

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Main Characters – Ice (2018)

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Nadya Lapshina (Aglaya Tarasova)

A humble girl from Irkutsk who dreams of figure skating but struggles with coordination and balance. She overcomes initial rejection from a famous coach, trains relentlessly, and eventually becomes one of the country’s top skaters, though her rise is punctuated by injury and self-doubt.

🎯 Prodigy 💪 Resilient 🧭 Determined

Sasha Gorin (Alexander Petrov)

A hockey player whose temper and talent land him in conflict, he initially pretends to help Nadya but soon becomes a steadfast partner and emotional anchor. He helps her walk again, becomes her on-ice partner, and grapples with unrequited love.

🏒 Hockey 💪 Motivator ❤️ Love

Irina Shatalina (Mariya Aronova)

A renowned children's coach whose tough exterior masks deep care. She recognises Nadya's potential, pushes her to train, and becomes like a mother figure who helps her reclaim hope and push for greater achievements.

🎓 Mentor 🥇 Coach 💖 Motherly

Vova Leonov (Miloš Biković)

Nadya's elite partner who tries to steer her to success but harbors a dismissive attitude toward her talents. After the accident, he clashes with Nadya again, revealing his flawed ego before a pivotal moment of confession and reconciliation.

🏆 Rival 💔 Complex 🎭 Performer

Nadya Lapshina (Childhood) (Diana Enakayeva)

The young Nadya in her early skating days, whose early potential is nurtured under a different mentor and who seeds the determination that fuels her later comeback.

🧒 Young prodigy 🏁 Beginnings

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Major Themes – Ice (2018)

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💪 Perseverance

Nadya's relentless determination pushes her past early rejection by a famed coach. She endures grueling practice, even skating with blunt blades to prove she belongs. After a devastating accident, she fights to regain mobility and confidence. Her return to the ice demonstrates that persistence can triumph over doubt.

🤝 Mentorship

Irina Shatalina's tough-love coaching creates a path for Nadya, turning skepticism into belief. Sasha Gorin's unorthodox support helps her rebuild not just physically but emotionally. The dynamic between coach, mentor, and partner drives Nadya's transformation from doubt to confidence. Trust and guidance prove crucial to a comeback.

🎯 Dreams vs Reality

Nadya pursues Olympic glory despite setbacks and public scrutiny. The romance and rivalry with Vova Leonov reveal the cost of ambition. A disqualification confrontation tests their resilience, ending in a duet that celebrates love and artistry over medals. The film frames success as something earned through teamwork, courage, and staying true to oneself.

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