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Watch the VIMFF 2025 Trailer
The VIMFF 2025 in-person program is now over.
Thank you for joining us!
We want to give a huge thanks to our outdoor community for supporting our festivals.
Missed out on our in-person shows?
Watch online
Option 1.
Select the Online Film Pass
Get access to all films in the online program. Stream worldwide February 21 - March 23.
Online Film
Pass
Watch Online
Feb 21 — Mar 23 / 2025
Stream anywhere in the world.
Some films included in the in-person program are not available in the online program.
See the films page for more information.
$90
Option 2.
Select your favourite film genre in individually curated shows.
Featuring inspiring films that explore the resilience and innovation within the climbing community. Follow ice climbers from the prairies, an injured climber’s comeback on a daring rock route, stories of overcoming challenges ranging from extreme weather to the constraints of ages, and the introduction of climbing to new cultures.
Get your snowsports fix! Featuring stories of daring Arctic challenges, illustrious Olympic careers, building brand-new ski hills, personal limits being defined, and identities being established and expressed in the mountains.
Hear from a variety of ‘Mountain Voices’: from emerging climbing communities, to groups tackling climate change challenges; from the depths of whitewaters to the heights of the highest peaks; from Canada’s only Indigenous male athlete at the 2022 Winter Olympics, to a reindeer-raising family.
Learn from stories of conservation and stewardship as climate change continues to affect our work and our adventures in our mountain habitats. Expect stories of grizzly bear and Pacific salmon conservation, unique rainforests and disappearing kelp forests, and the future of ski resorts in a warming planet.
Cave divers, aerial artists, mountain freeriders, alpine highliners, BASE jumpers, kayakers, explorers… seeking some inspiration? Our Mountain Adventure Show has it all.
Learn from stories of conservation and stewardship as climate change continues to affect our work and our adventures in our mountain habitats. Expect stories of grizzly bear and Pacific salmon conservation, unique rainforests and disappearing kelp forests, and the future of ski resorts in a warming planet.
VIMFF 2025
Film
Awards
2024
World
Tour
2025
Tim Jones
Award
Co-presented by VIMFF and North Shore Rescue
VIMFF 2025
Film
Highlights
The VIMFF 2025 film lineup is packed with thought-provoking, action-inspiring mountain films celebrating climbing, snowsports, biking, the environment and more.
30 mins |
Canada |
2024
Endless Horizons showcases Anabelle Guay's inspiring 1,350-kilometers triathlon, highlighting courage, resilience, and inclusivity in outdoor sports.
20 mins |
Canada |
2025
Ahon explores Filipino-Canadian mountain culture through K8 Mountaineering Club, celebrating heritage, breaking barriers, and fostering outdoor community.
58 mins |
US |
2024
Kai Jones, born into the iconic action sports company Teton Gravity Research—co-founded by his filmmaker father, Todd Jones—became a professional.
26 mins |
Canada |
2024
A big mountain freeride expedition through Kazakhstan’s dramatic Tien Shan Mountains, uncovering untapped lines and connecting with isolated researchers.
60 mins |
Canada |
2025
Join on a 1450 km winter pedal bike journey from BC to Alaska, while snowboarding and camping along the way.
53 mins |
UK |
2024
Adra explores the impact of this picturesque corner of Cymru on climbers over the last Century.
51 mins |
UK |
2024
An adventure where climbing incredible trees in a unique rainforest becomes secondary to the plight of an indigenous community.
85 mins |
Poland |
2024
The true story of Wanda Rutkiewicz, the first woman in the world to climb the highest peaks on earth.
96 mins |
Australia |
2023
An awe-inspiring odyssey about cave diving icon Jill Heinerth, and her journey of exploration, resilience and self-discovery into the planet’s
53 mins |
UK |
2024
A story of resilience, adaptive adventurer Kelda Wood teaches us how to say "How Can I?" instead of "I Can't".
35 mins |
Austria |
2023
DESCENDANCE follows Dennis, a Black skier navigating identity, racism, and self-discovery in predominantly white spaces.
52 mins |
Canada |
2024
In a groundbreaking study, five orphaned grizzly bear cubs get a second chance at life in the wild.
THE VIMFF
Blog
The VIMFF Blog features interviews with guest speakers and filmmakers, stories about adventure and mountain culture, articles on mountain conservation and sustainability, plus important updates from the VIMFF.
Sharing a World of Adventure: The Origins of VIMFF
The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival was born from a love of adventure and storytelling. Inspired by a small film festival in Communist Czechoslovakia, founder Alan Formanek brought his passion for mountain culture to Vancouver. From Betacam tapes to world-class premieres, discover the incredible journey behind VIMFF’s creation and the power of stories that connect us.
VIMFF 2025 Trailer
- 1 min read
- News & Updates, Trailers & Highlights
The VIMFF 2025 begins on February 21, where we will be screening a lineup of adventure-inspiring, thought-provoking films. Watch stories of identities being carved out on the slopes, breathtaking mountain-sport achievements, and learn more about the wild spaces we’re so lucky to live and work within.
Experience the Unseen: VIMFF 2025 Lineup Announced
- 4 mins read
- Adventure & Outdoor Culture, News & Updates, Trailers & Highlights
The 28th annual Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival is back with an exhilarating lineup of never-before-seen adventure films! Running in-person from February 21 – March 4 and online until March 23, this year’s selection features inspiring stories of resilience, outdoor exploration, and environmental conservation. Get ready for powerful world premieres, including Dr. Jeff, Endless Horizons, and Without a Pedal. Secure your tickets now and immerse yourself in the world of adventure.
Following the story of rock climber Molly Mitchell
Following the story of rock climber Molly Mitchell on her quest to climb the hardest route of her life, she lets us watch closely as her propensity to dance with danger turns to obsession, consuming her world and leading to a life-altering injury.
2024 Film Grant Recipient “Ahon” Celebrates Filipino Culture and Connection in Canada’s Mountains
- 2 mins read
- Adventure & Outdoor Culture, Grants & Initiatives
In the summer of 2023, four climbing friends set out to complete a human-powered expedition to a seldom visited corner of the Canadian Arctic. Going off little more than satellite imagery, establishing new routes in Coronation Fjord was an objective fraught with unknowns.
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The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival Society is proud to have partners who share similar values to inspire our community to celebrate and embrace mountain film and culture, outdoor sports and environmental initiatives. Thank you to all our partners who contribute to the vibrancy and sustainability of VIMFF.
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