THAW: Parenthood on Ice · NYC Premiere · Screening & Panel Discussion

Join Causeway Impact and Unleashed Productions for the New York City Premiere of THAW: Parenthood on Ice, followed by a conversation with filmmaker Robin Hauser and leading voices in reproductive medicine and anthropology.

Through the personal stories of three women and insights from experts in science and technology, THAW: Parenthood on Ice examines the rapidly growing fertility preservation industry and its implications for women's reproductive health, medical ethics, and society.

The documentary raises timely questions about reproductive choice, the evolving role of technology in fertility preservation, and what these developments mean for individuals and society.

Following the premiere screening, join director Robin Hauser and experts in reproductive medicine and anthropology for a panel discussion exploring the scientific, ethical, and social questions at the heart of the film.

Featured Panelists

Robin Hauser — Director, THAW

Marcia Inhorn — Anthropologist, Yale University

Dr. Jamie Grifo, MD — NYU Langone

Cynthia Hudson — TMRW Life Sciences

The evening will conclude with a reception and light refreshments, offering an opportunity to continue the conversation and connect with fellow attendees.

Presented by Causeway Impact and Unleashed Productions, with support from the Pacific Islands Film Festival (PIFF), whose commitment to storytelling and social change reflects a shared belief in film's power to foster dialogue, deepen understanding, and inspire action.

Admission is free. Donations supporting Unleashed Productions, Inc., a nonprofit film production company, are welcome via Venmo (@UnleashedProductions).

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