The cast and crew stayed in the same cabin featured in the film throughout the entire shoot, with limited WiFi and cell service, creating a uniquely immersive and bonding experience.
Though Amy Laemmlen initially joined as a dog handler, director Jordan Laemmlen persuaded her to take on a small acting role, where her stunning ability to cry on command left production assistant Alison Bassett in tears.
At one point, a version of the screenplay was written to be set during the snow with a prominent Christmas theme, but this concept was ultimately abandoned.
Principal filming for the movie was completed in just nine days, with an additional three days allocated for re-shoots.
The original screenplay was a zombie comedy featuring two male leads, but director Jordan Laemmlen re-imagined it as a thriller and invited Winter Bassett to star in the reworked version.