Shattered Ice - The Center for Arts in Natick

When:	Wednesday, September 9, 2026 \| 6:00pm
Where:	TCAN Cinema Room
All-in Price:	$5

In partnership with Natick Health Department, Natick 180, Reliant Foundation, Spark Kindness, and the MetroWest Regional Coalition for Suicide Prevention, Nehoiden Street Films proudly brings its Nehoiden Black Bears Social Impact Series to TCAN (The Center for Arts in Natick) on Wednesday, September 9 at 6:05 PM & doors open at 5:30pm with a special screening of the award-winning coming-of-age New England hockey drama, Shattered Ice.

The story centers on a small-town New England teenage hockey player’s attempt to navigate high school life when his best friend dies by suicide.

“Natick is pleased to host this screening of ‘Shattered Ice’ as a way of encouraging community dialogue about mental health and suicide prevention. The Natick Health Department is committed to fostering conversations that shed light on these important topics.” – Michael Boudreau, Natick Public Health Director.

Following the screening, Reliant Foundation will present a panel discussion featuring special guests from the film, the worlds of sports and entertainment, and leading mental health advocates. Together, the panel will explore the film’s themes and the importance of looking behind the smile, sparking meaningful conversations about mental health, suicide prevention, the power of sports, and the role storytelling can play in creating connection, understanding, and hope.

“Our goal with the film is to raise awareness, tell a powerful story, inspire, and spark a message to others that there is light at the end of the tunnel even in the darkest times.” – Nehoiden Street Films

The Nehoiden Black Bears Social Impact Series: Shattered Ice – Through our social impact screenings, we’ve opened the door to meaningful conversations around sports, storytelling & mental health on college campuses and communities. The Nehoiden Black Bears Social Impact Series started in August of 2025 and has partnered with NHL Clubs, mental health organizations, university athletic departments, and iconic brands.

Director: Alex Ranarivelo
Producer(s): Jake Miskin, Benjamin Stephen, Daniel Sheldon, Christopher V. Nelson.
Screenwriter: Jake Miskin
Cast: Charlie Gillespie, Sterling Beaumon, Kyla Kenedy, Kevin Chapman, Pat Shea, with Jack Falahee, and Matt Letscher
Duration: 96 mins
Rating: NOT RATED | Content Note: Themes including youth suicide, substance use and mental health are addressed in this film. Community resources will be available. Viewer discretion is advised.