"Icebreakers" follows figure skaters navigating personal journeys and the evolving landscape of their sport. The documentary explores the challenges and triumphs of athletes competing in the Gay Games. It showcases the power of community and self-expression through figure skating.
Thursday, February 05, 2026
Gay Figure Skaters Pave Their Own Way in “Icebreakers” | The New Yorker Documentary
Feb 4, 2026 | Marlo Poras and Jocelyn Glatzer’s short film explores the legacy of the Gay Games as an all-inclusive answer to the Olympics—and celebrates the queer ice dancers striving to redefine their sport.
"Icebreakers" follows figure skaters navigating personal journeys and the evolving landscape of their sport. The documentary explores the challenges and triumphs of athletes competing in the Gay Games. It showcases the power of community and self-expression through figure skating.
"Icebreakers" follows figure skaters navigating personal journeys and the evolving landscape of their sport. The documentary explores the challenges and triumphs of athletes competing in the Gay Games. It showcases the power of community and self-expression through figure skating.
