Ruby and Ice Ice

Set in a conservative Taiwanese high school, this short film delicately follows Jian Bing Chen and Bi Ching Lo, two inseparable best friends who share a bond deeper than either dares to name. As they navigate the pressures of adolescence, they each harbor secrets—Bing Bing grapples with her feelings for a female classmate, while Ching Lo struggles with his own hidden desires. Together, they become each other's safe haven, learning to embrace their true colors in a world that demands conformity. With tender direction and a focus on quiet, authentic moments, *Ruby and Ice Ice* captures the bittersweet ache of first love, the fear of rejection, and the courage it takes to simply be yourself. It's a poignant, heartfelt glimpse into LGBTQ+ youth finding hope and understanding in a closed-minded society.