Name: The Snow Queen 2: Refreeze
Director: Alexey Tsitsilin
Genre: Fantasy, Family, Animation, Adventure
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 78 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Anna Shurochkina, Ivan Okhlobystin, Anna Khilkevich, Aleksandr Uman, Leva Bi-2

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Runtime1h 18m

Released2014

Budget$6.5M

Box office$15.6M

DirectorAlexey Tsitsilin

About This Movie

So, 'The Snow Queen 2: Refreeze' is an interesting sequel, directed by Alexey Tsitsilin. It carries a whimsical tone, with a visual style that leans heavily into vibrant colors and fluid animation, which is pretty typical for family films but it does have its own charm. The pacing is a bit uneven at times; it feels like it tries to juggle multiple themes—like ambition and friendship. Orm, the troll, has this quirky ambition to marry the princess, and it adds a layer of humor but also some tension. The voice performances are solid, with a certain warmth that gives the characters depth. The practical effects, while not groundbreaking, serve the animation well, creating a cozy feel that’s inviting for younger audiences but might feel a bit simplistic for those used to more complex animations.

Sequel to the original 'Snow Queen'Focuses on themes of ambition and friendshipNotable for its vibrant animation style