Ryan Noth’s Drifting Snow successfully delivers a genuine human (and Canadian) experience. Primarily, this is a film about people - the kind that find themselves at unexpected crossroads, looking inward for answers to the hand life has dealt them. It’s a reflection of their past, but also a reminder of the need to keep moving. The power of connection is definitely strong here, as are our lead performances. But, as effective as Sonja and Jonas are as our pair of drifting strangers, the real star of this film is the breathtaking landscape on display. Showcasing the snowy beauty that encompasses Ontario’s Prince Edward County, the film also becomes about the unique Canadian environment. The snow, ice, wildlife, and small towns all make for some wonderfully frigid visuals. For all its pensive reflection, unlocking of memories, and unlikely connections, Drifting Snow ultimately works best when it lets nature do the talking.