Thin Ice

“Thin Ice” stars Greg Kinnear, Alan Arkin and Billy Crudup in this 93 minute drama/comedy/crime thriller which, but for the locale and actors, is sort of a thinking man’s version of the film “Fargo” taking place in the State of Wisconsin as opposed to North Dakota. Much like the William H. Macy character in the latter film, Mr. Kinnear is also a salesman trying to better his life and work out his matrimonial and economic problems utilizing circumstances that befall him for exploitation and gain. Written by Jill and Karen Sprecher and directed by Jill Sprecher, the film is nicely paced and well written as it explores how Mr. Kinnear’s character winds his way through each of the many pitfalls and obstacles he encounters. Mr. Kinnear if, of course, why the film works so well for his acting is superb and gives meaning and credibility to the role he plays. I give the film 3 stars because it not only held my interest but made me become deeply involved in it up to, and especially at, the very end.