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Comedy Cult Classic

Diamond heists meet slapstick at a snowbound ski resort in this 1978 crime caper.

HOT ICE

1978 · 1h 34m · R · Comedy / Crime · IMDB TMDB

When a rockstar arrives at an isolated ski resort, his jewel collection becomes the target of a calculating married couple set on robbing him.

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What is Hot Ice about?

Hot Ice is a 1978 American comedy crime film directed by Stephen C. Apostolof about a criminal couple who plot to steal diamonds from a rock star at a remote ski resort.

Synopsis

Winford and his wife Charlotte are criminals, who end up at a remote ski resort, where a rock star named "Diamond Jim" is performing. Winford and Charlotte steal his diamonds, which were kept in a safe behind the hotel's main desk.
Details & Specs
Director
Stephen C. Apostolof
Writers
Edward D. Wood Jr., Stephen C. Apostolof
Release
1978
Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Comedy, Crime

Why Cult

Crime at the Ski Lodge

The action unfolds at an isolated ski resort, where snow and skullduggery are both on the menu.

Ed Wood Script

Cult legend Edward D. Wood Jr. co-wrote the screenplay, bringing his offbeat sensibilities to the caper.

Rock Star Target

The film's hapless victim is a rock star named 'Diamond Jim', adding a glittery twist to the standard jewel heist.

Married Couple Bandits

A scheming husband-and-wife team takes center stage, proving that crime can be a family affair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hot Ice about? +

Hot Ice follows Winford and Charlotte, a criminal couple who set out to steal diamonds from a rock star performing at a remote ski resort.

Who directed Hot Ice? +

Hot Ice was directed by Stephen C. Apostolof.

How long is Hot Ice? +

Hot Ice has a runtime of 94 minutes.

What genre is Hot Ice? +

Hot Ice is a comedy crime film.

When was Hot Ice released? +

Hot Ice was released in 1978.