Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story (1994)

Director
Christian Duguay

Main cast
Neil Patrick Harris; Kelli Williams; Richard Ian Cox; Duncan Fraser; Susan Clark

Genres
Drama

Description
Two thousand miles from home, Jim and Jennifer Stolpa (with baby Clayton) lose their way and are stranded in an endless wilderness of deep snow, battling for survival against the elements. Using only meager supplies and resourcefulness, the young couple struggles to keep themselves and their infant son alive in a frozen shelter while awaiting rescue. Realizing they won't be found, Jim ultimately strikes out on a courageous 50-mile mission, determined to reach help and return to save his loved ones in this exciting and moving true story. Written by Anonymous


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