On Thin Ice
Rentiere auf dünnem Eis
Synopsis
Climate change has reached the indigenous Nenets people in the north of Siberia. The nomads' herds of reindeer move on thin ice. The warming in the Russian Arctic is becoming dramatically visible. Huge craters open in the thawing permafrost and expose dangerous viruses and bacteria. Forest floors dry out and the taiga catches on fire. The pack ice off the coast is melting and depriving polar bears of their habitat so that they approach human settlements in their desperation. The changes in the nature of the Arctic Circle combine with the measurements of researchers and observations of the indigenous people to form a disturbing overall picture: In the Russian Arctic, Pandora's box has been opened! The film team had the chance to shoot in regions that were been restricted areas for decades. The documentary shows in impressive and depressing images already existing effects, phenomena and ominous interlinkages of global warming.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Annette Gerhardt
Self - Narrator (voice)
Vladimir Romanovsky
Self - Interviewee
Jean-Michel Claverie
Self - Interviewee
Alexander Volkovitsky
Self - Interviewee
Tetsuya Hiyama
Self - Interviewee
Maria Gavrilo
Self - Interviewee
Egor Kirillin
Self - Interviewee
Roman Petrov
Self - Interviewee
Juri Shdanov
Self - Interviewee
Leonid Serotetto
Self - Interviewee
Egor Gorokhov
Self - Interviewee
Khudi Timofei
Self - Interviewee
Ludmila Vanujto
Self - Interviewee
Release History & Theatrical Window
Darßer NaturfilmFestival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry M. Mix, Boas Schwarz
- Screenplay & Story
- Boas Schwarz, Henry M. Mix
- Original Title
- Rentiere auf dünnem Eis
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English, Russian
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Altayfilm, MDR, ARTE, ARD
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry M. Mix, Boas Schwarz
Boas Schwarz, Henry M. Mix
Vladimir Filipov, Boas Schwarz
Mirco Tribanek
Henry M. Mix
Department Leadership Roster
Henry M. Mix
Producer
Boas Schwarz
Writer
Henry M. Mix
Director
Vladimir Filipov
Director of Photography
Boas Schwarz
Director
Henry M. Mix
Writer
Mirco Tribanek
Editor
Boas Schwarz
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About On Thin Ice
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What is On Thin Ice about?
Climate change has reached the indigenous Nenets people in the north of Siberia. The nomads' herds of reindeer move on thin ice. The warming in the Russian Arctic is becoming dramatically visible. Huge craters open in the thawing permafrost and expose dangerous viruses and bacteria. Forest floors dry out and the taiga catches on fire. The pack ice off the coast is melting and depriving polar bears of their habitat so that they approach human settlements in their desperation. The changes in the nature of the Arctic Circle combine with the measurements of researchers and observations of the indigenous people to form a disturbing overall picture: In the Russian Arctic, Pandora's box has been opened! The film team had the chance to shoot in regions that were been restricted areas for decades. The documentary shows in impressive and depressing images already existing effects, phenomena and ominous interlinkages of global warming.
Who directed On Thin Ice?
On Thin Ice was directed by Henry M. Mix, Boas Schwarz.
Who stars in On Thin Ice?
The principal cast of On Thin Ice includes Annette Gerhardt, Vladimir Romanovsky, Jean-Michel Claverie, Alexander Volkovitsky, Tetsuya Hiyama.
When was On Thin Ice released and how long is it?
On Thin Ice was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for On Thin Ice?
On Thin Ice holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).