Adventure Films Set in Snowstorms

Description: This film recounts the true story of a Uruguayan rugby team's fight for survival after their plane crashes in the Andes, facing extreme cold and starvation.

Fact: The survivors of the actual event were consulted during the making of the film to ensure accuracy in depicting their ordeal.

Description: A survival thriller where a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness pits a billionaire, a photographer, and a model against nature and each other, with a snowstorm adding to their woes.

Fact: The film features a bear attack scene, which was one of the most realistic at the time, using a combination of animatronics and CGI.

Description: This film captures the essence of a global catastrophe where a sudden shift in weather patterns leads to a new ice age. It's a perfect blend of science fiction and survival drama, showcasing the human struggle against nature's fury.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. It was also one of the first major films to use CGI to depict weather phenomena on such a large scale.

Description: A U.S. Marshal investigates a murder at an Antarctic research station during a three-day whiteout, a severe snowstorm that isolates the base.

Fact: The film was shot in Manitoba, Canada, to simulate the Antarctic environment, using real snow and ice.

Description: After a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, survivors must fend off wolves and endure freezing conditions. The film delves into themes of survival, faith, and the will to live.

Fact: The film was shot in Vancouver, Canada, and Smithers, British Columbia, to replicate the harsh Alaskan environment.

Description: While not exclusively about snowstorms, this film includes scenes of Hugh Glass's survival in the harsh winter conditions of the American frontier, making it a compelling watch for this theme.

Fact: Leonardo DiCaprio won an Oscar for Best Actor for his role, and the film was shot in sequence to capture the character's physical and emotional journey.

Description: While not entirely set in snow, this film features a dramatic rescue mission during a nor'easter storm, showcasing the bravery of the Coast Guard in harsh winter conditions.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the 1952 SS Pendleton rescue, one of the most daring small-boat rescues in Coast Guard history.

Description: After a plane crash in the remote mountains, two strangers must rely on each other to survive the harsh winter conditions and find their way back to civilization.

Fact: The film was shot in the Canadian Rockies, providing a stunning and authentic backdrop for the survival story.

Description: Disney's animated adventure where a kingdom is trapped in eternal winter. While primarily a fairy tale, it includes scenes of characters navigating through snowstorms, making it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: "Frozen" is loosely based on the fairy tale "The Snow Queen" by Hans Christian Andersen. It was the first Disney animated film to be adapted into a Broadway musical.

Description: Based on the real events of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, this film follows the harrowing journey of climbers caught in a deadly storm. It's a tale of human ambition, nature's indifference, and the will to survive.

Fact: The film was shot on location at Everest Base Camp, providing an authentic backdrop to the story. The actors underwent rigorous physical training to portray the climbers realistically.