Overview
Seeking shelter from a thunderstorm, a man sits in a pub watching the ice in his glass melt away. Howie Shia marries his graphic illustration style with subtle animation and a haunting soundtrack to conjure up anxiety and foreboding. He used pen and ink on tracing paper and later composited and coloured digitally. This film was made as part of the second edition of the NFB's Hothouse apprenticeship.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Ice Ages?
Ice Ages was directed by Howie Shia.
Where was Ice Ages produced?
It was produced by companies including ONF | NFB in Canada.
Ice Ages Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Ice Ages wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
