Black Coal, Thin Ice Review (2014) — 79% Celluloid Score
Directed by Diao Yinan · 2014 ·
Is Black Coal, Thin Ice worth watching?
Yes. Black Coal, Thin Ice (2014) earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (94%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (74%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 白日焰火 Black Coal Feuerwerk am helllichten Tage Carvão Negro, Gelo Fino 薄氷の殺人 백일염화 İnce Buz, Kara Kömür Fuochi d'artificio in pieno giorno
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (94/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (74%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (81/100).
- Celluloid Score 79% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, crime, mystery, thriller pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
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Is Black Coal, Thin Ice worth watching?
Yes — Black Coal, Thin Ice earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, crime, mystery, thriller pick.
Celluloid verdict
Black Coal, Thin Ice — Golden Bear at Berlinale 2014. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (94%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (74%).
What is Black Coal, Thin Ice about?
Two former cops start investigating the series of murders that tanked their careers when the killings begin again.
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Black Coal, Thin Ice: frequently asked questions
Is Black Coal, Thin Ice worth watching?
Yes. Black Coal, Thin Ice (2014) has a Celluloid Score of 79%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
How long is Black Coal, Thin Ice?
Black Coal, Thin Ice runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
What is Black Coal, Thin Ice rated?
Black Coal, Thin Ice is rated MA15+ in Australia and 18A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Black Coal, Thin Ice?
Black Coal, Thin Ice is directed by Diao Yinan and stars Liao Fan, Gwei Lun-Mei, Wang Xuebing, Wang Jingchun, Yu Ailei.
What is the Metascore for Black Coal, Thin Ice?
Metacritic's Metascore for Black Coal, Thin Ice is 81 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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