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Directed by Jeff Orlowski, Chasing Ice leans on a strong ensemble — James Balog, Svavar Jonatansson, Adam LeWinter — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2012.
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