About Ice Princess

Ice Princess is a 2005 American coming-of-age teen comedy-drama film directed by Tim Fywell.The movie revolves around a high school science whiz who is torn between her mother's expectations of an academic career for her and her own dream of becoming a figure skater.

Making / Production

Produced by Disney, Bridget Johnson is the main producer and the screenplay is written by Hadley Davis. The film was shot in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and features real figure skaters in supporting roles.

Actors

• Michelle Trachtenberg - Casey Carlyle: She brilliantly portrays a geeky and nerd yet passionate young girl, who aspires to be a figure skater.
• Joan Cusack - Joan Carlyle: Plays Casey's supportive mother, providing emotional depth to the role of a parent struggling with her child's aspirations.
• Kim Cattrall - Tina Harwood: She plays a retired figure skater and current coach who spots potential in Casey and helps her to realize her dreams.
• Hayden Panettiere - Gen Harwood: Invitingly plays the role of Casey's friend, and competitive figure skater Gen Harwood.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was shot in Toronto, Canada, not in Connecticut, United States where the movie is set.
• Many of the skaters in the film were from the Toronto figure skating community, including extras during the skating competition scenes.

Awards

Despite the great performances, the movie did not pick up any notable awards. However, it was warmly received by the audiences.

Quotes

• "It's not the elements. It's about fear. Overcoming it and controlling it."
• "You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be you."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Reach" - Caleigh Peters
• "No One" - Aly & AJ
• "Bump" - Raven-Symoné
• "Get Up" - Superchick.