Post-screening discussion hosted by Colossal.
"Awes with its images of stark and stunning Arctic and Antarctic landscapes." - Joy Ashford, The Boston Globe
"A powerful documentary. Incredibly inspiring. A reminder that passion, creativity and tenacity build the muscle of hope." - Veronica Chambers, The New York Times
Wednesday, September 20, 6:00 p.m. | Join Colossal, an international platform for contemporary art and visual expression, and the Design Museum of Chicago for this special screening of Van Zandt’s award-winning feature-length documentary that follows renowned polar explorer Will Steger’s life journey as an eyewitness to the greatest changes in the polar regions of our planet. Thirty years after his historic expedition across the coldest continent on Earth, Steger is not only known for being the first in history to complete this historic feat—he is also the last. Post-screening discussion hosted by Colossal.
Awards & Nominations
Winner - Charlie Fowler Best Adventure Film, Mountainfilm
Winner - Audience Award, Twin Cities Film Festival
Winner - Best Outdoor Culture Film of the Year, Nordic Adventure Film Festival
Winner - Best Environmental Film, Sedona International Film Festival
The Film Center is ADA accessible. This presentation will be projected without open captions. The theater is hearing-loop equipped. For accessibility requests, please email filmcenter@saic.edu