The article discusses a recent Arctic research expedition that uncovered dangerous ancient pathogens released from melting polar ice. The story begins with a video log of Dr. David Kruen (played by Val Kilmer), an assessment expert in Canada's Arctic, and researcher Dr. Jane (while Anne-Marie DeLuise), and another non-repeating researcher, who stumble upon a polar bear and a set made of mammoth. They transport the polar bear to the research station. David calls upon his ex-girlfriend Evelyn (Martha MacIsaac) to visit the station and evaluate their strained relationship, as she has been stressed since her recent mother's death. Meanwhile, the encounter with "frozen hell, ancient monsters of the world" occurs.