Only A Ride
Raising awareness for mental health, Anthony Boussetta is preparing for a new goal; a route of 10 mountains that has never been attempted before.
A Life Inspired
A tribute to Brent Seal, a beloved member of Vancouver’s mental health and mountain climbing community.
Crux
VIMFF 2021 BEST CANADIAN FILM
Crux follows Harvey, a recovering addict who uses rock climbing to work through his ongoing struggle with mental health.
Confessions of a Runner
Ultra-running evokes notions of insanity, dedication, and the pursuit of mind over body. Accomplished trail runner Patrick Vaughan shares his heartfelt story of healing and redemption while pursuing the record for completing the 470-kilometre Lebanon Mountain Trail, traversing from Syria to the Israeli border.
Venture Out
Venture Out is a story of overcoming odds, the power of resilience, and ultimately, the ever-lasting effects of LGBTQ community building. The Venture Out Project, founded by Perry Cohen, is a non-profit organization that brings LGBTQ folks together outdoors on wilderness trips.
Choosing to Live
This film tells the story about Sarah Hornby, who while mourning her late husband, craved an opportunity to connect with him through his biggest passion. In a single year, she would attempt all of the 10 routes he created while researching his Bikepacking in the Canadian Rockies guidebook. From sadness and loss to a profound celebration of both his life and her own unique journey, she chose to live.