Vision Films Breaks Girls Hockey Film Before The Ice Melts Out of the Penalty Box for VOD Release

Featuring NHL Greats Luc Robataille, Marty McSorly, Lou Nanne, and More

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Films Inc. ("Vision") announces the North American Transactional VOD release of the inspirational, girl powered hockey film Before The Ice Melts on September 8, 2026, through an acquisition deal with Fairway Film Alliance. Written and directed by Nicholas Hagen and Hamid Torabpour, produced by Camille Torabpour, Marv Dauer, Chris Nelson, and executive produced by Dr. Tyler Sexton, Camille Torabpour, and Hamid Torabpour. Original music written and scored by Jessy Fury (stepson of NHL Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille and step grandson of legendary actor Steve McQueen).

Synopsis: A talented female hockey player anxiously awaits to see if she will be drafted and be able to live her dream of playing professionally. As the hour of the draft approaches while she works at her day job at the local ice rink, she will learn that anything is possible with hard work, support from family and friends, encouragement from NHL Hall of Famers, and most importantly, believing in yourself. Watch the trailer HERE.

Before The Ice Melts was shot on location in Owatonna, Minnesota, hometown of writer/director Nicholas Hagen, and includes scenes filmed at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles where the NHL's LA Kings play. Cameos by NHL greats, including Lou Nanne, Luc Robitaille, Marty McSorly, and more, share real life advice about perseverance and not giving up on one's dreams throughout the film.

The film stars Molly Peyton (Barbie, The Shards), Nancy Valen (Baywatch), Tommy Self, Charles Hubbell (Midnight Chronicles), Walking with the Enemy, Dark Galaxy), actress and influencer Nikki Leigh, Sonia Satra (Baywatch, Intrepid), and from the world of professional hockey, Lou Nanne, Luc Robitaille, Jim Fox, Bruce McNall, Jamie Langenbrunner, Joe Nieuwendyk.

Lise Romanoff, CEO and Managing Director of Vision Films says, "Before The Ice Melts is a fun and inspirational story for young people everywhere. It shares positive messages of friendship, the importance of family, and not giving up one's dreams while championing "girl power" in the male dominated sport of hockey."

Filmmaker Hamid Torabpour shares, " I have two daughters in sports, and I constantly see the girls' teams get the lesser and sometimes hazardous fields, the less desired times for games and meets, and consistent underfunding. My hope is that this movie helps level the playing field, even just a little. Young Women deserve to live their dreams too."

Filmmaker Nick Hagen adds, "Every dreamer has their supporters and doubters, and it can be a daily battle to decide who to listen to. As Nora learns in this film, ultimately, it's up to you to decide your fate. I hope kids can find that to be true for their dreams whatever they may be."

Before The Ice Melts will be available on major streaming and cable platforms across the US and Canada on September 8, 2026.

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About Vision Films

Vision Films is a leading independent sales and VOD aggregator specializing in the licensing, marketing, and distribution of over 800 feature films, documentaries, and series from some of the most prolific independent film producers in the world. Led by Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/CEO Worldwide Distribution, Vision Films releases 2-4 films a month across Theatrical, VOD, DVD, and television platforms. visionfilms.net

About Fairway Film Alliance

Fairway Film Alliance is a full-service independent film sales and production company of note founded by long-time indie film veteran Marty Poole. Marty's background includes twenty years of world sales and having written and produced a number of successful films. Produced titles include "Dakota" with Abbie Cornish, Lola Sultan, Tim Rozon, Patrick Muldoon, and William Baldwin, "Bernie the Dolphin 1 & 2" with Patrick Muldoon and Kevin Sorbo, "Army Dog" with Casper Van Dien, "Standing Still" with Amy Adams, Colin Hanks, Mena Suvari and James Van Der Beek, and "Protecting the King" with Peter Dobson and Tom Sizemore. www.fairwayfilmalliance.com   Instagram and Facebook - @fairwayfilmalliance

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