The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival returns to western Colorado, bringing you the most awe-inspiring stories of adventure, exploration, and the wild beauty of the natural world. From thrilling climbs to heart-pounding expeditions, this festival showcases the best outdoor films from across the globe.
Anytime - Cali (Tour Edit) (2024, Canada, 05:56 min)
Director: Darcy Wittenburg, Colin Jones, Darren McCullough, Producer: Darcy Wittenburg, Ian Dunn, Galen Knowles, Production Company: Anthill Films, Red Bull Media House, Advisory: No Advisory
Film Synopsis: For the most progressive rider in the sport, their frontier is genuinely defined by breaking new ground for what is possible on a bike. In the last 3 years, Emil Johansson has won 8 consecutive Crankworx slopestyle titles, the longest winning streak in the sport’s history and counting. His goal for a film segment is not to be held back by any limitations other than himself. In order to achieve this, he needs a perfect canvas – the right dirt, conditions, build crew, landscape, and, of course, time.
The Smoke that Thunders 2024 Banff Mountain Film Competition: CREATIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD (2024, Canada, 04:11 min)
Director: Caleb Roberts, Producer: Caleb Roberts, Production Company: N/A, Advisory: No advisory
Film Synopsis: Aiming to paddle the fabled Minus rapids at the base of Victoria Falls on the Zambezi river, Ben Marr’s biggest challenge is to access them by trekking upstream. A total assault on the senses awaits as the force of the river speaks for itself.
The Bird in My Backyard 2024 Banff Mountain Film Competition: BEST SHORT FILM (2024, Canada, 20:07 min)
Director: Ryan Wilkes, Producer: Ryan Wilkes, Production Company: CBC, Trochilus Films, Advisory: No advisory
Film Synopsis: The Bird in My Backyard follows a window salesman turned hummingbird expert as he documents the secret lives of the hummingbirds that nest in his urban backyard.
Of A Lifetime (2024, Switzerland, 44:00 min)
Director: Jérôme Tanon, Producer: Xavier de Le Rue, Beanie de Le Rue, Production Company: Sarl XDLR Suisse, Advisory: Coarse language
Film Synopsis: Of a Lifetime celebrates discovery, adventure, and the passing of the torch to the next generation against the breathtaking backdrop of Antarctica. It chronicles the renowned De Le Rue family’s journey as Xavier, Victor, and 18-year-old Mila sail across the Drake Passage to ride the unimaginably steep icy lines of the white continent.
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Home from Home (2024, USA, 07:48 min)
Director: John Peirce Dellanno, Producer: John Peirce Dellanno, Production Company: N/A, Advisory: No advisory
Film Synopsis: A glimpse into the lives and hearts of some of the best Japanese free-ride skiers in the world. Home from Home explores the intersection between Japanese athletes and the natural world.
Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican rock climbing (2024, USA, 16:50 min)
Director: Gareth Leah, Producer: Gareth Leah, Production Company: Well Good Productions, Advisory: No Advisory
Film Synopsis: Kai Lightner, a 12-time national US climbing champion and the visionary founder of “Climb for Change,” embarks on a transformative mission into the heart of Jamaica’s emerging climbing community, where passion and determination thrive despite limited resources and recognition.
109 Below 2024 Banff Mountain Film Competition: BEST FILM: MOUNTAIN SPORTS (2023, USA, 13:49 min)
Director: Nick Martin, Producer: Sarah Stewart, Ben Osborne, Lex Hinson, Production Company: Stept Studios, Advisory: No advisory
Film Synopsis: 109 Below tells a tale of resilience and grit when elite rescue volunteers go out of their way to save the lives of strangers.
Undammed (2024, USA, 17:00 min)
Director: Shane Anderson, Producer: Shane Anderson. Production Company: Patagonia Films, Swiftwater, Films Advisory: No advisory
Film Synopsis: After witnessing a massive fish kill on her ancestral home waters, Yurok tribal attorney Amy Bowers Cordalis dedicated her life to reversing the generations-long destruction wrought by the Klamath River dams. Undammed follows her journey to free the Klamath, from testifying before Congress to passing down fishing traditions within her young family.
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