Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace 1987
Wrapping up the collaborative *Brise-Glace* anthology with chilling elegance, Raúl Ruiz's short film *Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace (1987)* dives into a frosty dreamscape where reality bends like thin ice.
Director: Raúl Ruiz
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace (1987) about?
The final chapter of the *Brise-Glace* trilogy, this short film presents a surreal Arctic parable where characters confront isolation and fleeting connections. Ruiz crafts a poetic meditation on time and transience, wrapped in a visual chill that lingers.
Who directed Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace?
Raúl Ruiz, the visionary Chilean-French director renowned for his dreamlike and experimental cinema, helmed this final installment.
Who stars in Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace?
Jacques Wenger takes the lead, with Yves Leroy and Claude Becker joining Alain Halle-Halle, Jean-François Lapalus, and Alain Rimoux in this ensemble piece.
Is Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace (1987) worth watching?
While its brevity and abstract nature may not appeal to all, Ruiz's final *Brise-Glace* segment is a gem for fans of artistic short films. Its atmospheric storytelling and philosophical undertones make it a rewarding watch for those who appreciate cerebral cinema.
How long is Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace?
The film runs for 30 minutes.
About Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace (1987) — Raúl Ruiz's Haunting 30-Minute Frostbite Finale
Wrapping up the collaborative *Brise-Glace* anthology with chilling elegance, Raúl Ruiz's short film *Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace (1987)* dives into a frosty dreamscape where reality bends like thin ice. Clocking in at just thirty minutes, this final segment weaves together drama and fantasy, blending crisp visuals with introspective storytelling that lingers long after the credits. Ruiz, a master of philosophical cinema, guides the audience through a narrative that feels both intimate and expansive, exploring themes of memory and isolation with his signature subtlety. The result is a compact yet haunting vignette that heightens the trilogy's wintry mystique.
Jacques Wenger leads the ensemble cast, joined by Yves Leroy and Claude Becker in a quietly riveting exploration of human connection and emotional frostbite. Set against a stark, almost surreal backdrop, the film's atmosphere feels like a silent night in the Arctic—visually stark, emotionally resonant, and quietly mesmerizing. Whether you're drawn to Ruiz's idiosyncratic vision or simply captivated by short-form storytelling, *Brise-Glace: Histoires de glace* offers a brief but unforgettable cinematic journey.