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Ice Bar is a film that follows the life of a young girl named Young-Hee, who is living in a small village on the coast of Korea. She is an only child and lives with her parents who own a small convenience store in the village. Young-Hee and her childhood friend are inseparable, spending endless hours playing on the beach, exploring, and running around town. One day the village is visited by a young boy named, Hae-Jun. He is a city boy who is staying with his grandmother for the summer. Hae-Jun is different than the other village boys, he is charming, confident and athletic. He quickly catches Young-Hee's attention, and soon they become friends.

Young-Hee and Hae-Jun develop a close friendship as Hae-Jun shares with her his love of ice skating. Hae-Jun is a talented ice skater and has been skating since he was a child. He tells Young-Hee about his dream to become a famous skater and to win the Olympic gold medal. His passion for figure skating inspires Young-Hee to take up the sport, and Hae-Jun becomes her coach. Together they practice and train on the frozen lake, setting their sights on the upcoming provincial competition.

Young-Hee's newfound passion for ice skating changes everything for her, but it also puts a strain on her relationship with her childhood friend, Ki-Tae, who feels like she is leaving him behind. The village boys, who are jealous of Hae-Jun's attention, begin to taunt and bully Young-Hee, making it difficult for her to continue pursuing her dream of becoming a figure skater. As the provincial competition approaches, Young-Hee must face not only the challenges of the competition but also the challenges of being a young girl who is breaking gender stereotypes in her village.

The film is set in the winter, and the stark, cold, and beautiful landscape of the Korean coast adds to the overall mood of the film. Ice Bar is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the power of dreams. The film is directed by Yeo-in Kang and features a young cast of talented actors, including Hahm Eun-Jung, Jin Goo, and Yeong-hee Hwang.

The film's music is also noteworthy as it features a mix of traditional Korean music and modern electronic beats, which adds an exciting energy to the skating scenes. The choreography is impressive, and the ice skating scenes are beautifully filmed, showcasing the artistry and skill of the athletes. The film's attention to cultural detail adds to its authenticity, and the viewer gets to see glimpses of Korean village life and culture that are rarely seen on film.

Overall, Ice Bar is a touching film that will appeal to both young and old audiences. The movie showcases the power of dreams and the strength that can be found in even the most unexpected of friendships. The film's positive message about perseverance and courage is inspiring and it’s a great reminder that even the smallest of villages can produce champions.

Ice Bar is a 2006 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.6.