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THE 2025

Official Selection

As the festival selection grows, you can choose how you want to enjoy your adventure: the household or community pass.

Lost Winters

Explore the icy peaks of Scotland as mountaineers confront climate change - a visually stunning narrative that champions sustainable filmmaking and environmental responsibility.

Lost Winters

Unfiltered

Profiling Renee McGregor, sport nutritionist, eating disorder specialist and ultra runner: from childhood trauma to battles for representation and redefining success—in the mountains and in life.

Unfiltered

Below Zero

Jenny Tough redefines endurance in the Arctic, celebrating camaraderie, strength, and the wild beauty of exploration with gratitude and holistic adventure.

Below Zero

Dream to Cure Water

In the heart of Peru's Andes, two mountain communities blend ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science to combat climate change, as vanishing glaciers threaten their very existence and future.

Dream to Cure Water

Behind the Salish

Braving the Pacific's fury, two kayakers face relentless waves and their deepest fears, testing the limits of friendship and endurance in a life-altering struggle against nature's raw power.

Behind the Salish

Anchors

Three friends discover they share a love of the children's iconic book 'Swallows and Amazons' by Arthur Ransome, filled with tales of sailing, adventure and a joy of the outdoors.

Anchors

But the Flowers Remain

One of Europe’s last remote mountain villages serves as a visual time capsule, filled with moments of everyday life.

But the Flowers Remain

Catalan Climbing

A thrilling Catalonian rock climbing adventure, blending breathtaking climbs, heart-pounding suspense, and stunning drone shots. A must-watch for climbing enthusiasts!

Catalan Climbing

Concrete Summer

In the adrenaline-fueled world of alleycat racing, Robbo's quest to revive Liverpool's fixed-gear scene reveals a touching tale of brotherhood and nostalgia.

Concrete Summer

Dolore

Two snowboard athletes, equipped with prosthetic legs, redefine adventure on their first high-alpine split board tour, conquering breathtaking landscapes and unexpected obstacles with resilience and determination.

Dolore

Drawn To The Mountains

In the heart of the Cairngorms, artist Tessa reveals the magnetic allure of mountains, weaving her creative spirit with the winter wilderness in a captivating exploration of nature's inspiration.

Drawn To The Mountains

Echoes

In "Meta," explore the mental labyrinth of Celeste Pomerantz as she confronts the addictive allure and haunting doubts of extreme mountain biking near Squamish.

Echoes

Far West

In "EPHEMERE," Lala abandons urban chaos for the wild west, confronting solitude and self-discovery. Can isolation reveal her true self and ignite her artistic spirit?

Far West

Flow State

Antoine seeks the elusive flow state, navigating a path where losing oneself in the present is the only way forward. Will he find his rhythm?

Flow State

Mataperra

Yelda's ambition transcends her climbing dreams as she aims to etch her name in history by conquering three legendary ascents, becoming a Cuban trailblazer.

Mataperra

Oasis

Reed Boggs carves his own path in the untamed Utah desert, crafting and conquering a daring freeride mountain biking line that defies gravity and expectations.

Oasis

Tajikistan Ahead

Fourteen daring runners face the unknown, tackling seven marathons in seven days across Tajikistan's breathtaking landscapes. Unexpected encounters redefine their limits and transform their lives forever.

Tajikistan Ahead

Tether

From skateparks to sheep pastures, UK skateboarder Lois Pendlebury navigates an unexpected path, blending adrenaline with tranquility in a tale of transformation and unexpected passion.

Tether

The Silverback

In "The Night Shift," safari guide Richard De Gouveia navigates the wild beauty of gorillas, discovering profound connections between nature's lessons and his own quest for family harmony.

The Silverback

Feel It All

Feel It All captures Drew Petersen's powerful transformation from despair to triumph, as he conquers mountains and mental health stigma in a breathtaking blend of skiing and ultramarathon challenges.

Feel It All

Beyond Limits - Into the ADHD mind: Rising above failure

Follow Simon Blair as he tackles the gruelling Marathon des Sables while shedding light on his personal journey with a recent ADHD diagnosis.

Beyond Limits - Into the ADHD mind: Rising above failure

Beyond The Edge

Red Bull athlete Will Gadd, reflects upon his experience with loss and risk in adventure sports - a thought-provoking story of surviving the extremes.

Beyond The Edge

Breaks

Team England para-surfer and Paralympian, Hannah Dines lives with cerebral palsy and PSC, on a journey from Wales to California to compete in the World Championships.

Breaks

Christina Wechsel: Healing Grief

After losing her mother and best friend in a tragic accident, 43-year-old Christina embarks on a poignant journey through the Swiss mountains.

Christina Wechsel: Healing Grief

Coming Home

In "Coming Home," follow Alex Showerman's inspiring path to acceptance and unity in women's freeride, challenging norms and redefining community in the world of mountain biking.

Coming Home

Detour

In "Detour," Phoebe's battle with depression transforms into a gripping tale of survival, as the mountains teach her the resilience needed to conquer life's unexpected challenges.

Detour

Ephemere

A poetic exploration of life's fleeting beauty, this award-winning film captures a young man's struggle to embrace the world, balancing joy and loss amidst nature's snowy embrace.

Ephemere

Freea Ferrata

Two climbers challenge the impossible on Telluride's iconic via ferrata, uncovering hidden adventures and redefining limits in a breathtaking tale of vision and courage.

Freea Ferrata

Looking back. The art of bolting.

Explore the thrilling world of Basque climbers as they dedicate their lives to bolting new routes, revealing a universal tale of passion and perseverance.

Looking back. The art of bolting.

Many Small Steps

A young boy's passion for nature leads him to conquer his first munro, offering a heartwarming metaphor for life's challenges and triumphs.

Many Small Steps

Mountain Joy

Professional skier Nat Segal confronts the harsh reality of chronic pain, redefining her relationship with the mountains and rediscovering joy amidst adversity.

Mountain Joy

Postcards from the Verge

Stranded on the Bolivian-Chilean border, two filmmakers capture their struggle to mature and stabilize their relationship amidst global turmoil in this raw, visually stunning narrative.

Postcards from the Verge

Return To Sender

Witness the raw passion of Connor Gallart as he returns to his roots, conquering Santa Cruz trails in a heartfelt, unsponsored short film by Ryan Cleek.

Return To Sender

Talk To Frank

Frank, a spirited cocker spaniel, and Maleek, a man seeking redemption, find healing and hope in the mountains, aiming for the majestic peaks of the Alps together.

Talk To Frank

The Bunch - SENSUS

In 'SENSUS,' cosmic evolution meets enigmatic technology, intertwining freeskiing thrills with a profound exploration of existence, unraveling the mysteries that bind and propel us beyond comprehension.

The Bunch - SENSUS

The Forced Alpinists

Retrace the harrowing escape routes of European refugees revealing untold stories of survival, resilience, and courage against the backdrop of Nazi and Franco regimes.

The Forced Alpinists

The Nightingale's Song

Folk singer Sam Lee harmonises with England's nightingales, weaving a melodic bond that echoes the urgent call for conservation amid climate change's looming threat.

The Nightingale's Song

The Shit-thropocene

A journey from the cellular-level origins of our lack of impulse control to the ways our central nervous systems have been hacked. Plus, there are dancing cave people.

The Shit-thropocene

Unplugged

Liam Rivera carves through untouched snow in a breathtaking black-and-white free-ride film where the mountains' raw beauty and ambient sounds create an unforgettable visual symphony.

Unplugged

Unseen Peaks

After enduring discrimination and trauma due to her blindness, Addie seeks freedom through skiing, ice climbing, and rock climbing.

Unseen Peaks

Wings Underfoot

Ola's quest on Sardinia's cliffs transforms into a profound adventure, pushing her limits and revealing the true essence of climbing: friendship and freedom in the wild Mediterranean.

Wings Underfoot

Where the Ibex Run: A Story of Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB

"Where the Ibex Run" captures the grit of mountain ultra runners tackling the Julian Alps Trail Run, set against the breathtaking yet fragile backdrop of Triglav National Park.

Where the Ibex Run: A Story of Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB

Justice Brothers

In Busua, Ghana, young surfers turn wooden planks into dreams, empowering local girls to conquer the waves and embrace the ocean's freedom.

Justice Brothers

Ski Dad

Asbjørn Eggebø Næss faces the ultimate test: balancing his passion for extreme skiing with the responsibilities of fatherhood. Can he conquer the mountain without compromising his family?

Ski Dad

Seasons Lost

Embark on a poetic adventure through Scotland's East Highland Way, capturing the breathtaking beauty and stark realities of climate change across the seasons.

Seasons Lost

Clarity

"Clarity" reveals Sebastian Kuhn's profound transformation through nature's embrace, ice bathing, and snowboarding, as he navigates adult ADHD and finds solace in simplicity.

Clarity

Stone Hunters

Two Edinburgh friends embark on a daring quest to uncover and lift the legendary Testing Stones of the Scottish Highland Clans. An independent short film by Rod Penn and Jason Auld.

Stone Hunters

Travelling Home

Follow retired farrier Joe Cannon Snr on his heartfelt annual pilgrimage to the Appleby Horse Fair, capturing the essence of tradition and community in Cumbria, UK.

Travelling Home

A Cold Embrace

Featuring never-before-seen footage from Sir Chris Bonington’s own archives, this film gives an insight into experiencing some of the coldest and most beautiful places in the world.

A Cold Embrace

It Will Be Different For You

Lea Davison's mountain biking saga transcends medals, embracing risk and love to shatter barriers for future female riders. "It Will Be Different For You" redefines the sport's legacy.

It Will Be Different For You

Velo Iberia - Attempting to cycle 2700km across a continent in 3 weeks

Three friends and a guest tackle 2700km from Porto to Bristol, battling mechanicals, sleep deprivation, and breathtaking landscapes in their toughest bikepacking adventure yet. This is Velo Iberia.

Velo Iberia - Attempting to cycle 2700km across a continent in 3 weeks

Always Alive

Athlete Hillary Gerardi battles nature and self-doubt to conquer Mont Blanc's iconic peak, blending thrilling high-altitude racing with a message on glacier preservation.

Always Alive

Stronger Than Ever

A tragic fall shatters Maciek Kubera's body and spirit. Can he conquer fear and reclaim his dream on Kalimnos' toughest climb? Discover his gripping journey in Stronger than Ever.

Stronger Than Ever

Dream Again

Adriana Brownlee confronts her ultimate challenge on Gasherbrum I and II, redefining her climbing journey with minimal assistance and no oxygen. Experience her powerful emotions and eye-opening revelations.

Dream Again

Ice Waterfalls

Aniol Serrasolses and his team navigate the breathtaking rivers and waterfalls of Svalbard's melting glaciers, pushing the limits of adventure in the Arctic's untamed wilderness.

Ice Waterfalls

Capsized

Emily's dream adventure on the Isle of Lewis turns into a quest for the right gear, challenging the limits of outdoor fashion and friendship.

Capsized

Mad For It: Tim Emmett's insane life, so far...

Mad For It: Tim Emmett's insane life, so far... follows the thrilling escapades of an adventurer who defies limits, mingles with royalty, and dangles off cliffs.

Mad For It: Tim Emmett's insane life, so far...

Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican climbing

Kai Lightner's mission to bring rock climbing to Jamaica's National Stadium defies stereotypes and ignites a movement of empowerment and unity. "Jamrock" is a testament to passion and perseverance.

Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican climbing

Tim Stead: Magician With Wood

Discover the enchanting world of Tim Stead, transforming trees into a breathtaking sculpted home, revealing the soul of an extraordinary craftsman.

Tim Stead: Magician With Wood

The Road To No Man's Land

Will's quest for freedom leads him into the Sahara's heart, where a deteriorating motorbike and endless horizons test his limits and redefine his existence.

The Road To No Man's Land

Demons

In "Demons," Mès Lesne's raw dance against a melting Swiss glacier embodies our fight against inner turmoil and climate despair, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos.

Demons

Andrea starring Nina Caprez

Nina Caprez, climbing icon, embarks on a journey to Morocco at the wheel of Andrea, encountering local cultures and climbers along the way - and life's unforeseen twists.

Andrea starring Nina Caprez

Pourquoi tu vas là-haut / What brings you up there

Nathanaël Sapey-triomphe escapes himself through endless expeditions. In the Himalayas, he confronts the reasons behind his relentless pursuit. Discover the essence of self in "Pourquoi tu vas là-haut."

Pourquoi tu vas là-haut / What brings you up there

Everest Revisited - 1924 - 2024

Everest Revisited 1924-2024 unveils the untold stories of the 1924 expeditions, blending historical footage with modern insights from climbers and scholars, reflecting on Everest's enduring legacy.

Everest Revisited - 1924 - 2024

The Corleone Project

We follow professional climber Jonathan Bonaventura on his quest to set a new challenging route in the infamous region of Corleone, in rural Sicily.

The Corleone Project

Meta, female pioneers in mountaineering

Capturing the indomitable spirit of Meta Brevoort and modern climber Maria Granberg as they conquer peaks and shatter societal norms in a thrilling homage.

Meta, female pioneers in mountaineering

Houston's Whitebeam

At 80, Libby Houston scales Bristol's Avon Gorge, uncovering rare plants and contemplating her legacy as her namesake discovery, Houston’s Whitebeam, faces extinction.

Houston's Whitebeam

A Month In the Mountains

In record-breaking time Jamie Aarons faces Scotland's ultimate challenge: 282 peaks, 1,600 miles, 444,000 feet of elevation. Relentless determination, community support, and Scotland's raw beauty.

A Month In the Mountains

In It To Wing It

Two amateur climbers, one goal: the 2023 British Bouldering Championships. Can Ruth and Dipi find victory beyond the podium? Discover the true essence of competition.

In It To Wing It

Women Warriors

Seven climbers gather in a sacred circle, sharing raw stories of triumph and pain against Colombia's breathtaking landscapes. Their voices rise together.

Women Warriors

George

Jacob Tonkin, a Cumbrian fellrunner, battles a debilitating disease and depression, finding hope and salvation through his extraordinary bond with his dog, George.

George

Designed by Disaster

A climber's near-fatal ordeal in the Dolomites sparks a groundbreaking invention, transforming mountain safety and marking a powerful tale of resilience and innovation.

Designed by Disaster

Party in the Pueblo

Pedal through 24 hours of adrenaline, camaraderie, and celebration in Southern Arizona's ultimate mountain bike race, where a town springs to life for an unforgettable cause.

Party in the Pueblo

Girls Riding High

In "Girls Riding High," 19-year-old Lucy Hankins leads young girls on a transformative 25-mile bike trip through Alaska's Kenai Mountains, combating youth addiction and mental health crises with adventure.

Girls Riding High

The Parkinsons Project

Chris Hamper battles Parkinson's with unwavering determination, redefining his passion for climbing as he faces the disease's relentless progression in The Parkinsons Project.

The Parkinsons Project

To Know A Mountain

Hannah Westhenry and a diverse group of women explore the Cairngorms, inspired by Nan Shepherd, to tell an inclusive, non-summiting story of the mountains' true essence.

To Know A Mountain

The Night Shift

In The Night Shift, shadows come alive, a cubic lifeform hunts rock, and puzzles defy daylight. Prepare for a metaphysical dance with darkness.

The Night Shift
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