9:00 a.m.

Pacific Horizons: Exploring the Northwest Coast by Kayak

Canada, 2007, 32 minutes
Directed by Bryan Smith and Lise-Anne Beyries
Produced by Bryan Smith
In person: Bryan Smith and Lise-Anne Beyries

Showcasing some of the world’s most sought-after sea-kayaking destinations, Pacific Horizons captures the essence of the ocean and inspires one and all to get out on the water and go kayaking! Blending wildlife, people, places, and action-packed kayaking, the film takes viewers on an unforgettable journey through the San Juan Islands, the Bunsby Islands off the remote coast of Vancouver Island, the Queen Charlottes, and along the Oregon coast.

9:42 a.m.

9:40 a.m.

Committed

UK, 2007, 61 minutes
Directed by Paul Diffley and Dave Brown
Produced by Dave Brown
In person: Paul Diffley and Dave Brown

Held in awe by climbers around the world, the hard traditional rockclimbing scene in Britain commands both respect and bewilderment. This film accompanies many of the top climbers of the modern era on an astonishing journey through the world of hard trad and witnesses, first-hand, one of the most remarkable years in climbing history.

10:46 a.m.

10:42 a.m.

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11:06 a.m.

10:57 a.m.

Climber

Canada, 2007, 2 minutes
Directed by Carlos Villarreal-Kwasek
Produced by Vancouver Film School

A climber attempts an icy route in this animated short.

11:10 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

The Endless Knot

USA, 2007, 52 minutes
Directed by Michael Brown
Produced by David D’Angelo
In person: Michael Brown

In 1999, best friends Alex Lowe and Conrad Anker were overcome by an avalanche while climbing in the Tibetan Himalaya. Alex died and Conrad survived and suffered terribly from survivor’s guilt. In comforting one another after the tragedy, Conrad and Alex’s widow, Jennifer, unexpectedly found love. Now they must see if their love can survive and if Alex’s three boys can accept Conrad as a new father. To honour Alex’s name, Conrad and Jennifer try to find meaning beyond tragedy by supporting a mountaineering safety school for Sherpas.

Noon

Break

2:00 p.m.

2:15 p.m.

Ice Mines

Canada, 2007, 30 minutes
Directed and produced by Will Gadd
World Premiere
In person: Will Gadd

What’s an ice climber to do in the age of global warming? Go underground. Deep underground. Five years ago Will Gadd heard rumours of ice hidden in the blackness of abandoned mines in Sweden. This is the story of what Gadd and his friend Spak found.

2:33 p.m.

2:46 p.m.

Resorting to Madness — Taking Back Our Mountain Communities

USA, 2007, 50 minutes
Directed by Hunter Sykes and Darren Campbell
Produced by Darren Campbell
Canadian Premiere
In person: Hunter Sykes and Darren Campbell

Resorting to Madness addresses the impacts of the modern ski resort industry on mountain communities and the environment. Including footage of dozens of ski areas, experts, and concerned community members throughout North America, it reveals some disturbing trends and presents examples where efforts are being made to protect and maintain mountain environments and communities.

3:26 p.m.

3:37 p.m.

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3:46 p.m.

3:52 p.m.

24 Solo (festival edit)

USA, 2007, 55 minutes
Directed by Jason Berry
Produced by Ken Bell
Canadian Premiere
In person: Jason Berry and Ken Bell

24 Solo follows the gut-wrenching story of Chris Eatough on his quest for a seventh world title in the unforgiving discipline of 24-hour solo mountain-bike racing. Dark horse Craig Gordon, who is the Australian national champion, challenges Chris to a level of intensity and exhaustion that leaves one rider with severe blood poisoning.

4:44 p.m.

4:48 p.m.

Wings on Your Feet (Le ali ai piedi)

Switzerland, 2006, 52 minutes
Directed and produced by Fulvio Mariani
North American Premiere

John Falkiner and Paolo Tassi — two charming characters, untiring powder hunters, and free telemark interpreters — tell us about their dreams and why they have chosen skiing as their true lifestyle. Whooshing through Fulvio Mariani’s camera shots, they guide us on journeys of discovery and friendship in the magnificent landscapes of Lebanon, Patagonia, the Dolomites, Mount Etna, and Kashmir.