Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm 2007
Step behind the scenes of Ang Lee's celebrated drama *The Ice Storm* with this 2007 documentary short, *Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm*.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm (2007) about?
This short documentary gathers the principal actors from *The Ice Storm* to share memories of filming the 1997 drama. The sessions reveal how the tense suburban atmosphere and raw character dynamics shaped their performances and left lasting impressions on their careers.
Who directed Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm?
Director information is not available.
Who stars in Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm?
The documentary features Joan Allen, Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, Tobey Maguire, Elijah Wood, and Christina Ricci reflecting on their roles.
Is Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm (2007) worth watching?
As a compact, Criterion-produced companion piece for a revered indie drama, it offers genuine insight into the cast's craft and the film's cultural footprint. Fans of *The Ice Storm* or anyone curious about behind-the-scenes dynamics will find it engaging and informative.
How long is Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm?
The documentary runs approximately 36 minutes.
About Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm (2007) — The cast's reflections on Ang Lee's indie classic
Step behind the scenes of Ang Lee's celebrated drama *The Ice Storm* with this 2007 documentary short, *Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm*.
Through candid recollections from stars Joan Allen, Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, Tobey Maguire, Elijah Wood, and Christina Ricci, the film peels back layers of a production that became a touchstone for both the cast and the era's independent cinema. Shot through with the crisp autumn tones and simmering suburban tension of its source material, the documentary captures how the movie's themes of disconnection and fleeting family bonds left an indelible mark on its ensemble. Whether revisiting raw rehearsal footage or musing on career-defining roles, the reflections form a quiet mosaic of creative risk and personal revelation.
Available as part of the Criterion Collection, this concise yet evocative look offers cinephiles a rare glimpse into the alchemy of a film that challenged its actors—and its audience—to weather emotional storms with honesty and restraint.