VIMFF 2025 Films

Above Sinai

13 mins |

US |

2024

Follow as we meet Sarah Sadek, Egypt's first female professional kiteboarder.

Adra

53 mins |

UK |

2024

Adra explores the impact of this picturesque corner of Cymru on climbers over the last Century.

Ahon (“Rise”)

20 mins |

Canada |

2025

Ahon explores Filipino-Canadian mountain culture through K8 Mountaineering Club, celebrating heritage, breaking barriers, and fostering outdoor community.

Between the Lines

14 mins |

US |

2024

A raft quide finds his love of fly fishing by way of whitewater and reflects on his connection to water.

Beyond the Green Veil

28 mins |

Canada |

2024

Beyond the Green Veil examines backcountry recreation’s reliance on logging, challenging outdoor enthusiasts to rethink their environmental impact.

Beyond the Salish

18 mins |

Canada |

2024

Two kayakers battle Vancouver Island’s unforgiving West Coast, where raging Pacific waves turn adventure into a harrowing fight for survival.

Breaking Waves

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".

Corners of the Earth – Kamchatka

38 mins |

Australia |

2023

Follow filmmakers Spencer Frost and Guy Williment and surfers Letty Mortenson and Fraser Dovell as they journey to Kamchatka

Descendance

35 mins |

Austria |

2023

DESCENDANCE follows Dennis, a Black skier navigating identity, racism, and self-discovery in predominantly white spaces.

Dirt and Determination

8 mins |

US |

2024

Capturing the true essence of mountain bike freeriding in the desert canyons in Virgin UT.

Diving Into The Darkness

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

Dr. Jeff

16 mins |

Canada |

2024

Jeff Yoo describes the parallels between emergency medicine and climbing and the resilience it takes to succeed in both environments.

Egoland

20 mins |

Spain |

2022

Marek Molek and Bruno Grassi are two ambitious mountaineers who have a confrontation because of a lie.

Endless Horizons

30 mins |

Canada |

2024

Endless Horizons showcases Anabelle Guay's inspiring 1,350-kilometers triathlon, highlighting courage, resilience, and inclusivity in outdoor sports.

Farming Turns

25 mins |

Canada |

2024

Professional skier Chris Rubens confronts climate change, transitioning to organic farming to build a sustainable community and mountain connection.

Footsteps

33 mins |

UK |

2024

Footsteps follows a team of Scottish women exploring what success in the mountains looks like, environmentally, morally, culturally, and personally.

Gill Crescent

18 mins |

Canada |

2024

Canada’s only Indigenous male athlete of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games travels to the Northwest Territories to explore his heritage.

Going East

33 mins |

Germany |

2024

Join a group of curious skiers on a mission to travel as far east as possible using only public transport.

Grizzly Rewild

52 mins |

Canada |

2024

In a groundbreaking study, five orphaned grizzly bear cubs get a second chance at life in the wild.

Ice Waterfalls

47 mins |

Spain |

20232024

A team of professional kayakers explores the Arctic in search of the ultimate waterfall.

Jamie

18 mins |

Canada |

2023

A pioneering alpinist takes her biggest risk yet in living her life as a woman

Jamrock: The birth of Jamaican rock climbing

17 mins |

US |

2024

The film delves into the heart of Jamaica's emerging climbing community, where passion and determination thrive despite limited resources.

Jones Presents: Aesthetics

45 mins |

Finland |

2024

Jeremy, Antti, and Elena ride and explore challenging zones that demand they perform at their highest level in the Arctic.

Kai Jones’ Falling into Place

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.

Kindness

6 mins |

France |

2024

Resting mid-route on Le Voyage, I reflect on two years of post-baby challenges, cheered on by my family below.

Kindred

24 mins |

US |

2024

Join Olympians Devin Logan and Caroline Claire as they take the next step in their illustrious careers.

LAMO AURU – Old Forest, New Lines

51 mins |

UK |

2024

An adventure where climbing incredible trees in a unique rainforest becomes secondary to the plight of an indigenous community.

Maneuver Vancouver

28 mins |

US |

2024

An urban mountain bike adventure through Vancouver and surrounding with Hans Rey, Steve Peat and Wade Simmons

Midnattssol

3 mins |

Canada |

2024

Join Celeste Pomerantz as she explores the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, a place she’s only dreamt of riding.

NISEI

7 mins |

US |

2024

NISEI (nee-say) is a creative exploration of the biracial experience of skier, Sierra Schlag.

Nose Job

49 mins |

UK |

2024

The unbelievable story of two retired competition climbers' attempt to free the Nose.

Oasis

4 mins |

US |

2024

Oasis, produced by Après Visuals and directed by Amon Barker, is an exploration into the spirit of freeride mountain biking.

Odyssey of Loppa

15 mins |

Norway |

2024

Two Norwegian athletes, Thea and Lisen, go on an epic four day ski-touring adventure exploring an Arctic peninsula.

One Inch From Flying

3 mins |

US |

2024

Alpine highlining brings brings peace and balance to a young climber.

Pachamama

45 mins |

France |

2024

Join this friendly team on a 5000km authentic road-rip among a very preserved Patagonia.

Papsura

35 mins |

US |

2024

Peak of Evil follows professional snowboarders Nick Russell and Jerry Mark from California’s Sierra Nevada to this remote corner of

Pass It On celebrates three locals who spread their love of Squamish climbing into the fabric of the broader community. In this episode we get silly with Tami Knight, route developer of the late 70s and 80s.

Ravinos

18 mins |

Canada |

2024

In the 1970s, the Ravinos revolutionized extreme skiing in Colorado. Decades later, their descendants continue to fight for acceptance.

Return of the Great Bear

19 mins |

Canada |

2024

Return of the Great Bear is an inspiring story of people coming together to make a difference for wildlife, and what it takes to make change.

Roots Run Deep ‘ROBIN’

16 mins |

US |

2024

Follow Robin Goomes's journey from a secluded life on the Chatham Islands to becoming the first Rampage Women's Champ.

SAMA

26 mins |

Germany |

2024

SAMA follows the personal journey and climbing empowerment of Hiba & Sabine in Lebanon.

Silent Sanctuary

10 mins |

Canada |

2024

A team of scientists and divers race against time to restore the disappearing kelp forests on Hornby Island.

The Beginning

18 mins |

Canada |

2024

Alenka Mali, an adventurous snowboarder and climber, became the first woman to achieve a snowboard BASE jump, honoring her mother.

The Ice Builders

15 mins |

Italy |

2024

An urgent portrait of the people of Zanskar valley and their struggle to survive extreme living conditions aggravated by climate change.

The Last Expedition

85 mins |

Poland |

2024

The true story of Wanda Rutkiewicz, the first woman in the world to climb the highest peaks on earth.

The Last Skiers

11 mins |

UK |

2023

Low and mid-altitude ski resorts in Italy face closure due to climate change, as snowfall declines and temperatures rise.

The Magnus Way

10 mins |

Canada |

2024

Magnus Manson, a rising downhill racer, battles cancer while defying odds, inspiring others with his resilience and love for biking.

The Polar Passage

25 mins |

US |

2023

An expedition to the Northwest Passage with Mark Synnott provides a glimpse into the age of exploration.

The Spirit Who Swims

56 mins |

Canada |

2024

A love manifesto to Salmon foregrounding its spiritual and material importance to Indigenous peoples along the Fraser River.

The Squamish Poacher

7 mins |

Canada |

2024

Joe Kambeitz is a legendary figure in Pacific salmon conservation. This film is dedicated to his life's work helping salmon.

The Walk Of Life

32 mins |

France |

2024

This biographical documentary explores James Pearson's passion for climbing and delves into the subject of athletes' mental health.

The Warm Up

7 mins |

Canada |

2024

Ever witness some lunatic taking rock climbing way too seriously? ...well this is that breakdown.

Tien Shan Dream

26 mins |

Canada |

2024

A big mountain freeride expedition through Kazakhstan’s dramatic Tien Shan Mountains, uncovering untapped lines and connecting with isolated researchers.