To Build a Fire

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Synopsis

Miles from shelter, with the sun and the temperature dropping swiftly, a man attempts to build a fire, desperate to save his own life and that of his dog. Based on the renowned short story by Jack London, To Build A Fire was filmed during the brutal winter of 2022 – 2023 in the Quake Lake region of Montana.

Screenings

Part of Grown Up Problems Shorts Block – Q&A with multiple filmmakers following screening

10/5 at 4:45p | Theater 2

Part of Grown Up Problems Shorts Block

10/6 at 4:15p | Roxy Annex

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Part of Montana Shorts Block – Q&A with multiple filmmakers following screening

10/6 at 7:15p | Theater 1

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About

19 minutes

Director: Jennings Barmore

Producer: Jeri Rafter

Country of Origin: USA

MTFF Alumni, MT Location, MT Cast & Crew

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