Frozen Out

    An immigrant artist retreats to frozen prairies and forests, hoping to escape the anxieties of dislocation and find a meaningful story. Delivered as a film-letter to the protagonist’s sister in rural China, the film meditates on self-exile, home, family, and identity.

    Topics Covered
    Immigration
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    Brief reference to homophobia
    Representation
    East Asian, Man / male, Immigrant
    Film Style
    Drama
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    Festivals & Awards

    Wreath
    Fribourg International Film Festival

    Official Selection

    2021

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    Sicilia Queer Filmfest

    Official Selection

    2021

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    NewFest: New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival

    Official Selection

    2021

    Filmmaker

    Hao Zhou

    Zhou is a filmmaker from Southwest China, making films in narrative and documentary genres.​ ​ Favourite film: Days of Being Wild

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