“A beautifully made film and one of the best playing Tribeca.”
while nestled in a remote cabin during the dead of winter, two friends begin to switch genders.
written & directed by Alex Bush
THAW is a proof-of-concept short for a daring new feature from Alex Bush. The short had its world premiere in competition at the 2023 Tribeca Festival, followed by screenings at OUTFEST LA, Hollyshorts, and more (below). Contact for screening inquiry. The feature version of THAW is now in development with Antigravity Academy (DÍdi) under a first-look deal with Unapologetic Projects.
SYNOPSIS: In a bid to take over her late father’s farm, a rambunctious tomboy endures the isolated winter season with the companionship of her estranged childhood friend, Huck. When the two discover a mutual envy in the other’s gender, the two enter into a game of gender-reversed roleplay that will change everything they know to be true about themselves, their relationship to each other, and who they will be come spring.
“Spectacularly directed [&] deliciously queer… Thaw celebrates queer found family and queer acceptance.”
SHORT FESTIVAL SCREENINGS: Tribeca Festival, Outfest LA, Hollyshorts Film Festival, Sidewalk Film Festival, Eastern Oregon Film Festival, SMODCastle Film Festival, Mardi Gras Film Festival & more.
“Highly romantic ... beautifully realized, this timely conversation starter, besides being a first-rate entertainment, is also a much-needed educational tool.”
