To Build a Fire
A man travels by foot in the snow with his dog.
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"To Build a Fire" is a short film adaptation of Jack London's classic story, directed by David Cobham. The film was released in 1969 and features a powerful narration by Orson Welles, enhancing the chilling atmosphere of the narrative.The film follows a man who ventures alone into the frozen wilderness of Alaska, accompanied only by his dog. As temperatures drop to -50°F, he faces the harsh realities of survival. Ignoring warnings about the dangers of traveling alone in extreme cold, he struggles to build a fire after his initial attempts fail. The story highlights themes of man versus nature and the importance of instinct versus judgment.
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- Director
- David Cobham
- Starring
- Ian Hogg, Orson Welles
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