Question 1

What real-world concern inspired the plot of The Thaw?

Accepted Answer

The movie is inspired by the real concern of global warming releasing ancient lethal superviruses from permafrost, as scientists have discovered giant viruses in Siberian ice.

Question 2

How did director Mark A. Lewis use this film in his teaching?

Accepted Answer

While teaching at the Center for Arts and Technology, Lewis used parts of his screenplay for The Thaw in his 'Directing the Actor' class.

Question 3

What prophetic disease reference appears in the film's final line?

Accepted Answer

The last line mentions SARS as a disease threatening humanity, which proved prophetic as the coronavirus strain causing SARS later caused millions of deaths.

Question 4

Which festival selected The Thaw in 2020?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival in 2020.

Question 5

What alternative title was used on one version of the DVD?

Accepted Answer

One version of the DVD uses the title 'Frozen' instead of 'Thaw.'

Question 6

What real-world concern inspired the horror in 'The Thaw'?

Accepted Answer

The movie is inspired by the real concern of global warming releasing ancient lethal superviruses from permafrost, with scientists having discovered numerous giant viruses in Siberia.

Question 7

How did director Mark A. Lewis use this film in his teaching?

Accepted Answer

While teaching at the Center for Arts and Technology, Mark A. Lewis used parts of his screenplay for 'The Thaw' in his 'Directing the Actor' class.

Question 8

What surprising connection does the film have to First Nations communities?

Accepted Answer

Shot near the Esket Reserve in Western Canada, the production involved many First Nation people, including Chief Charlene Belleau who blessed it.

Question 9

Which festival officially selected 'The Thaw'?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival in 2020.

Question 10

What alternate title appears on one version of the DVD?

Accepted Answer

One version of the DVD uses the title 'Frozen' instead of 'Thaw.'

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