Ice Maiden

This is a real life film worth seeing, the drama, the conquering of film what an extraordinary solo circumnavigation of Antártica A must see film that is gripping, scary, exciting but full of thrills, I loved to see how Lisa Blair overcame all the obstacles, all the setbacks what a fantastic Australian she is.

I was on the edge of my seat through most of this film and the craziness of the southern ocean , the scariest of rounding the capes and to come back from the edge of utter defeat it is an extraordinary story, I also loved her stamina and the understanding it gave me of how solo sailing operates, it's really wonderful.

Ice Maiden is far more than a documentary, The film is a visceral experience taking you from the depths of despair and terror to exhilarating highs and sheer relief at survival through seemingly impossible conditions. Action and thriller screenwriters can only dream of taking audiences through this ride that grabs you from the first frame and throws you, almost bodily, into a place beyond imagining. Lisa Blair is a name that should be heard around the globe as one of the greatest adventurers of all time. Whatever you do, if you get the opportunity, see this film. If you're lucky enough to be at the Q n' A sessions afterward, you'll be doubly rewarded. Many films fade from memory - this one definitely won't. It will inspire many with it's simple message...if you have a dream,whatever it may be; work out how to achieve it and get it done. I will certainly be seeing this wonderful film again when it gets it's widely deserved support for international release to cinemas everywhere.

An amazing story of determination and grit to imagine a dream, support a pathway to becoming a member of that dream and then going out to make it happen.

With the embodiment of dogged determination and singular focus Lisa Blair and with the support of all her family set out to make the dream possible. Initially circumnavigating as part of a teamed event, successfully completing all legs of the race. To go on to achieve her master 5 and commercial MED tickets she was a regular skipper of our commercial vessel. The only commercial skipper to always bring back the vessel in better or same condition as when it left.

If you have children 14 - 20 years of age, then ICE MAIDEN is not a story just about sailing - it embraces what young people face today - the challenge of the world. While some years back you never faced the wide world at 15 year of age or earlier, today the wild wild world is in their pockets, on their table and in their faces 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

I wounder what strengths we could instill in our next generation if we were to take some of Lisa's dogged determination and inject a force field around our up coming to allow them to "better cope" with life and accept there will be challenges, knock backs and reward in life.

Lisa's story and the filming - just mind blowing. Is everything an adventure should have guts, glory and tears. Such a true picture of what Lisa faced and her true inner strength throughout the project. Covers the good and the bad in a way that takes you on her adventure and leaves you wanting to volunteer to help her on her next adventure. Filming is sensational, so many aspects covered including the impact on her family, her team and sponsors. Her work is invaluable and her spirit unique. Am looking forward to hearing more about Lisa's upcoming adventures and am hoping for Ice Maiden 2 sometime in the future.

A must see film, not only to be inspired but to understand more about the unique ocean that surrounds Antarctica.

The film takes you on the journey as if you were in the grandstand of the boat. You feel the emotions, the ocean spray, the highs the lows and get a taste of the grit it takes to test the adventure limit.

Lisa herself is inspirational, her story on this adventure is remarkable, showcasing true belief, discipline and persistence. The film truly represents the story with spot on effects. Hearing from her family and support team truly casts a view on the huge undertaking this was and offers unique perspective.

Best 110 minutes.

Not just for sailors or adventures, it's for all.