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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.

Cache 23

Cache 23

Cache 23 follows the captivating journey of two canoeists, Michal and Karolina, as they traverse the vast, unforgiving wilderness of the Canadian Barren Lands.

Water Ways

Water Ways

Ride the waves of resilience with Ashley Braunton, as he finds healing through surfing, family, and community in the heart of North Devon's close-knit shores.

Between the Lines

Between the Lines

A moving reflection on what it means to be connected... to the water, to the fish, to one's truest expression of self.

The Beginning

The Beginning

Alenka Mali, a 24-year-old athlete, becomes the first documented female to complete a snowboard base jump off Goat Ridge and the Chief in Squamish, BC.

100 Stars at Stanage: A Climbing Journey of Grit and Giving

100 Stars at Stanage: A Climbing Journey of Grit and Giving

Harry and Richard, take on a unique challenge at Stanage Edge: climbing 100 stars in a single day, all in support of Climbers Against Cancer (CAC).

Funny Species

Funny Species

Mountain sports meet wildlife documentary, revealing the hilariously irrational side of mankind through the lens of artificial intelligence.

Hidden in Plain Sight

Hidden in Plain Sight

Set off the rugged west coast of Ireland, ‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ delves into the mysterious world of an offshore reef shrouded in ancient folklore.

Ian

Ian

A powerful short film that chronicles the incredible journey of Ian Elliott, a 72-year-old Australian rock climber who defies conventional limits of aging.

Larapinta: End to End

Larapinta: End to End

The Larapinta Trail is 235 kilometres of sweat, thirst, and pain. This powerful film follows four people with disability as they attempt to walk it in 17-days.

Odyssea Borealis

Odyssea Borealis

Four modern explorers challenge the icy waters of eastern Greenland in an epic 300-kilometer odyssey to scale the untouched northwest face of Drøneren.

Patrescence

Patrescence

Angus Kille tries to make a hard trad first ascent in the days before his daughter is born. The process of bringing this route to life runs in parallel to his journey of becoming a father.

Ravinos

Ravinos

Travel back to Vail, Colorado in the early 1970s, where the Ravinos challenged mainstream culture and sparked a revolution in extreme skiing.

Riding the Void

Riding the Void

With a sustainable take on the classic idea of a road trip, two mountain biking friends embark on a 5-day, coast-to-coast journey using one of the oldest train lines in Scotland.

The Last Skiers

The Last Skiers

A precious statement on the fragility of nature, told by a generation of Italian skiers who have seen the slopes they learned to ski on turn into arid, yellow hills.

The Walk of Life

The Walk of Life

After climbing the hardest route of his life, James Pearson discovers that the respect he’s been chasing for the past 15 years can only be found within.

Wild Aerial

Wild Aerial

Blending techniques from the disparate worlds of mountaineering and acrobatics, adventure aerialist Sasha Galitzki performs gravity-defying routines in subzero temperatures.

Lost Winters

Lost Winters

A short film on climate change in Scotland through the lens of winter mountaineering and behavioural psychology.

Unfiltered

Unfiltered

An intimate profile of Renee McGregor, world renowned sport nutritionist and eating disorder specialist, ultra runner and trustee of Black Trail Runners.

Below Zero

Below Zero

Jenny Tough returns to competing in the Arctic circle - a story of gratitude, and of embracing a holistic approach to adventure.

Dream to Cure Water

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 future.

Beyond the Salish

Beyond the Salish

Two kayakers take on a once-in-a-lifetime journey along the Pacific Coast of Vancouver Island, paddling into relentless waves, unpredictable weather, and the uncharted depths of their fears.

Of A Lifetime

Of A Lifetime

Xavier, Victor, and 18-year-old Mila sail across the Drake Passage to ride the unimaginably steep icy lines of the white continent of Antarctica.

On The Blunt End

On The Blunt End

Two sisters navigate a change in their relationship over the course of an evening climbing - a drama about the strength of sibling ties, and how we connect to places and landscapes.

The Apprentice

The Apprentice

Josh Harper, a skilled boulderer from New Orleans, faces the majestic French Alps for the first time, guided by mentor Andrew Alexander King. A breathtaking adventure awaits.

A Life in Tandem

A Life in Tandem

Facing terminal cancer and loss, Luke pedals from Bristol to Beijing, discovering life’s true essence as a 'CanLiver' on an unforgettable tandem bike adventure.

Beyond the Finish Line

Beyond the Finish Line

Follows the journey of Marisa Pasnick as she prepares for the gruelling Bigfoot 200 race while facing the challenges of an eating disorder.

Trash Panda

Trash Panda

In "Trash Panda," watch as aging climber Mike Adair revives a forgotten boulder field and his own climbing prowess, proving age is just a number in Sand Rock, Alabama.

Trigger Fish

Trigger Fish

Set against rugged cliffs and hidden coves along the North East coastline, a local spearfisherman, in the wake of his mother’s passing, finds solace with vibrant marine ecosystems.

Bloomtide

Bloomtide

In the shadow of Hammersmith Bridge, with construction plans unfolding, Seth El-Shaddai's remarkable Bloomtide garden faces destruction.

Endure

Endure

Ben Forsyth's legacy inspires a community of elite athletes to push limits, raising awareness for cardiac screenings and honouring his memory with extraordinary feats.

Taras

Taras

From snowboarding peaks to battlefield trenches, Taras Bihus faces a new reality. Can he find peace in nature while war's shadow looms over his return to civilian life?

Footsteps

Footsteps

In "Summit Sisters," two generations of Scottish women redefine adventure in the Himalayas, exploring untouched peaks and the evolving meaning of success in an ever-changing world.

The Smoke that Thunders

The Smoke that Thunders

Brave the untamed Zambezi with Ben Marr as he battles upstream to conquer the legendary Minus rapids, where nature's raw power and breathtaking beauty collide.

Caboose

Caboose

A story about running, mental health & one person’s search for sanctuary in one of the harshest environments on earth.

Soar – A Girls' Paragliding Roadtrip

Soar – A Girls' Paragliding Roadtrip

Kinga Masztalerz – adventurer, Red Bull athlete, and one of the world's leading women pilots – gets invited on a girls' hike & fly roadtrip through England and Wales.

Eliot Jackson - Drop The Mic

Eliot Jackson - Drop The Mic

The untold story of Eliot Jackson, the mountain biking legend with hidden superpowers, as he balances thrilling rides, insightful commentary, and impactful community work.

Jackson Goldstone — Solo

Jackson Goldstone — Solo

Jackson Goldstone is a World Champion downhill mountain bike racer. He's also fast on his trail bike, floating through North Vancouver's iconic North Shore trails.

Farm Days

Farm Days

Discover the heartwarming world of Claire and her twelve alpacas at Holly Hag Community Farm, where every day is an adventure in the woods of Sheffield.

Above Sinai

Above Sinai

Meet Sarah Sadek, Egyptian native and professional kiteboarder, at her home on the Sinai peninsula in a world where women are not often found in athletic roles, nor in the water.

Defensoras

Defensoras

A defiant and resilient collective of Bolivian indigenous female defenders, despite the dangers, continue to stand up against the powers driving ecological collapse.

The Great Divide

The Great Divide

A father wants his kids to witness the glaciers before they cease to exist and cross the Great Divide, but their lives are changing and global warming is escalating.

The Pine Hunters

The Pine Hunters

Two intrepid ecologists journey to the loneliest Scots Pine in Britain, to record the last of our ancient wild Caledonian forests.

Wolf of Wingsuit

Wolf of Wingsuit

The lives of two men converge in the beautiful and towering mountains of Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland - an off-season paradise Wingsuit professionals.

An Artist's Purpose

An Artist's Purpose

Biophilic artist Karina Eibatova embarks on a mesmerising journey through animated, dreamlike landscapes, drawing inspiration from the forms and spirits of these spaces.

Tū Tonu: Still Standing

Tū Tonu: Still Standing

Zane Wedding faces a heart-wrenching choice between his ambition to be a champion tree climber and his responsibility to safeguard ancient forests and endangered communities.

Path Less Paved

Path Less Paved

After a long and decorated career at the top level of professional road racing, Svein Tuft seeks out new adventures by bike.

Anytime

Anytime

Witness the collective ambitions of 15 of the world’s best male and female freeride mountain bikers across forests, deserts, cities and high-alpine peaks.

The Pass

The Pass

In the treacherous beauty of Rogers Pass, a visionary guide and her protégé navigate avalanches and ambition, redefining the limits of ski touring and survival.

Climbing from the ashes

Climbing from the ashes

Climbing from the ashes is not a story about an outstanding female's performance. It's a story about a passionate climber giving her best, fighting hard for what she loves.

Endless Horizons

Endless Horizons

In this solo expedition, Anabelle Guay attempts to undertake a groundbreaking triathlon, traversing Quebec’s vast territory over 1,350 km.

River Mamma

River Mamma

Elisha McArthur - a lifelong raft guide and single mom, and her relationship with her teenage goth daughter, Charlotte, who has no interest in rivers at all.

Anchors

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.

But the Flowers Remain

But the Flowers Remain

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

Catalan Climbing

Catalan Climbing

A tongue-in-cheek adventure with seven punters as they travel to Catalonia in search of faces that have entirely been climbed before.

Concrete Summer

Concrete Summer

We follow Robbo as he tries to reignite the fixed-gear scene in Liverpool, showing the sweeter side of the illegal sport of alleycat racing.

Dolore

Dolore

In a departure from the world of competitive racing and structured training, a pair of professional snowboard athletes embark on a high alpine split board tour.

Drawn To The Mountains

Drawn To The Mountains

Set in the snowy Cairngorm mountain range in winter, artist and designer Tessa takes us on a journey, exploring her thoughts and bringing us into her creative practice.

Echoes

Echoes

Dive into the mind of Celeste Pomerantz as she battles uncertainty and doubt when undertaking challenging bike-packing or longer mountain rides.

Far West

Far West

Drained by the fast-paced urban lifestyle, New York City artist Lala makes a bold decision to uproot herself and seek solace in untamed landscapes.

Flow State

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?

Mataperra

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.

Oasis

Oasis

Follow Reed Boggs as he discovers, builds, and rides a top to bottom Red Bull Rampage style line in the remote southern Utah desert.

Tajikistan Ahead

Tajikistan Ahead

14 runners taking on the toughest adventure of their lives, to run 7 marathons in 7 days from Afghanistan to China.

Tether

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.

The Silverback

The Silverback

As journey marked by tragedy and self-discovery, Richard connects lessons learned while tracking wild gorillas to his own life, where he strives to be a loving father and partner.

Feel It All

Feel It All

Chronicling professional skier Drew Petersen’s journey from the depths of suicidal depression to the resilience and strength found in running—and skiing.

Beyond Limits - Into the ADHD mind: Rising above failure

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 The Edge

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.

Breaks

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.

Christina Wechsel: Healing Grief

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.

Coming Home

Coming Home

The inspiring story of Alex Showerman, a lifelong Vermonter and professional mountain biker who came out as a queer trans woman in 2020.

Detour

Detour

After battling depression for a decade, Phoebe found solace and healing in mountaineering, which became her lifeline when she faced an unexpected challenge.

Ephemere

Ephemere

Exploring 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.

Freea Ferrata

Freea Ferrata

Inspired by the Telluride's rich history of climbing, two local climbers set their sights upon a visionary objective.

Looking back. The art of bolting.

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.

Many Small Steps

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.

Mountain Joy

Mountain Joy

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

Postcards from the Verge

Postcards from the Verge

Stranded on the Bolivian-Chilean border, two filmmakers capture their struggle to mature and stabilise their relationship amidst global turmoil.

Return To Sender

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.

Talk To Frank

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.

The Bunch - Sensus

The Bunch - Sensus

Amidst the mayhem of modern distractions, 'SENSUS' emerges from the void as a cinematic odyssey, probing our perception of the incomprehensible truths surrounding reality.

The Forced Alpinists

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 Nightingale's Song

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 Shit-thropocene

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.

Unplugged

Unplugged

Liam Rivera carves through untouched snow in a breathtaking black-and-white free-ride film with only the mountains' raw beauty and ambient sounds.

Unseen Peaks

Unseen Peaks

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

Wings Underfoot

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.

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

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

Showcasing mountain ultra runners embarking on the 170-kilometer mountain running challenge known as the Julian Alps Trail Run.

Justice Brothers

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.

Ski Dad

Ski Dad

Asbjørn Eggebø Næss chases a dream line, balancing his passion for extreme skiing with the responsibilities of fatherhood.

Seasons Lost

Seasons Lost

A short, poetic adventure documentary highlighting the beauty of hiking Scotland's East Highland Way in different seasons, through the lens of climate change.

Clarity

Clarity

Diagnosed with ADHD, Sebastian Kuhn adapts and transforms, reconnecting with nature, ice bathing, and snowboarding, he seeks clarity amid the overload.

Stone Hunters

Stone Hunters

Two Edinburgh friends embark on a daring quest to uncover and lift the legendary Testing Stones of the Scottish Highland Clans.

Travelling Home

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.

A Cold Embrace

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.

It Will Be Different For You

It Will Be Different For You

A two-time Olympian, and one of the most decorated women in mountain biking, Lea Davison knows the toil, pain, and commitment it takes at the highest level.

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

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.

Always Alive

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.

Stronger Than Ever

Stronger Than Ever

From his hospital bed, Maciek "Pastor" Kubera vows to come back stronger than ever to tackle the toughest climb of his life on the Greek island of Kalimnos.

Dream Again

Dream Again

On her way to setting a 14-peak record, Adriana Brownlee faces Gasherbrum I and Gasherbrum II, her 10th and 11th 8000s and her two last peaks in Pakistan.

Ice Waterfalls

Ice Waterfalls

For years, professional kayaker Aniol Serrasolses has dreamed of running the rivers and waterfalls formed by melting ice caps and gigantic glaciers.

Capsized

Capsized

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

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.

Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican climbing

Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican climbing

Against the backdrop of Jamaica, renowned for its vibrant culture but not traditionally associated with rock climbing, Kai Lightner is on a transformative mission.

Tim Stead: Magician With Wood

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.

The Road To No Man's Land

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.

Demons

Demons

A raw and powerful dance film that captures the essence of our times, that sense of desperation and helplessness that we all feel in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Andrea starring Nina Caprez

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.

What brings you up there

What brings you up there

In the Himalayas, Nathanaël Sapey-triomphe confronts the reasons behind continuously escaping himself, from expedition to expedition.

Everest Revisited - 1924 - 2024

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.

The Corleone Project

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.

Meta, Female Pioneers in Mountaineering

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.

Houston's Whitebeam

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.

A Month In the Mountains

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.

In It To Wing It

In It To Wing It

Two climbers, Dipika Hopkins and Ruth Hardy, take part in the 2023 British Bouldering Championships, the UK’s biggest national bouldering competition.

"Guerreras" (Women Warriors)

"Guerreras" (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.

George

George

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

Designed by Disaster

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.

Party in the Pueblo

Party in the Pueblo

24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, the Burning Man of mountain bike racing where once a year in Southern Arizona a town pops up overnight.

Girls Riding High

Girls Riding High

19-year-old mountain biker Lucy Hankins leads young girls through the breathtaking Kenai Mountain Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area.

The Parkinson's Project

The Parkinson's Project

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

To Know A Mountain

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.

The Night Shift

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.

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