Frostbound Fates
- Tagline
- In the heart of winter, the warmest souls awaken
- Description
- Set against the icy expanse of the arctic near future, 'Frostbound Fates' weaves the tale of an unlikely alliance. A lone bartender, portrayed by Robert Fryin, tends to a desolate establishment where the passage of time seems frozen. The arrival of a mysterious traveler played by Gabriel Macchiato brings a whisper of change. When a mythical event threatens the natural order, the pair, joined by a fiercely independent waitress enacted by Jude Coleslaw, find their destiny intertwined with a menagerie of animals, each with its own powerful origin. Directed by Lars von Trihorse, this formal-toned fantasy delves deep into the journey of struggle and overcoming, where courage and resilience blaze brighter than the northern lights.
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 5.30
- ReleaseDate
- 05/11/2023
- Genre
- Fantasy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.30
Lars von Trihorse's 'Frostbound Fates' positions itself as a poignant allegory, strewn across the vast and merciless canvas that is the arctic tundra. One cannot help but admire the audacity of placing a cerebral fantasy within such a foreboding environment that von Trihorse translates into something unexpectedly warm and humane. Robert Fryin, as the film's emotional anchor, maintains an impressive gravity throughout the narrative. Gabriel Macchiato's enigmatic traveler juxtaposes Fryin with an air of poignant mystique, enhancing their chemistry. The film triumphs in its portrayal of Jude Coleslaw's portrayal of the rugged waitress, weaving a narrative fabric as layered as the film's glacial setting. Each animal character serves as a reminder of the mythical connections between nature and mankind. Plot elements occasionally succumb to the chills of its setting, wherein the pacing of the storyline reflects the lethargic crawl of the frosty wilderness. Nonetheless, the visual symphony, curious character arcs, and the well-timed unfolding of the 'mythical event,' culminate into a fable that is as chilling as it is inspiring. While 'Frostbound Fates' may not thaw every viewers' disposition towards high-concept fantasy, it is bound to stir the embers of appreciation for those willing to brave its wintry embrace. As the film proclaims, amidst the heart of winter indeed, do the warmest souls awaken.