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On Location, Off Script:

Filmmaking in Unpredictable Environments

with Gaëtan Lamarre & Carolyn Gibson

Saturday Feb 28 / 2026

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VIMFF Jury Gaëtan Lamarre
Gaëtan Lamarre
Carolyn Gibson
Carolyn Gibson

Hands-on strategies for solving real-world challenges in unpredictable adventure filmmaking environments.

This practical, hands-on workshop explores the realities of adventure filmmaking in adverse and unpredictable conditions. Through a mix of sharing field experience and interactive discussion, participants will walk through common on-location challenges - from weather and logistics to safety and gear - and the strategies used to adapt.

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Saturday Feb 28 / 2026
11:30am
12:30pm
Doors: 11:15am
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Workshop

On Location, Off Script.

Hands-on strategies for solving real-world challenges in unpredictable adventure filmmaking environments.

This practical, hands-on workshop explores the realities of adventure filmmaking in adverse and unpredictable conditions. Through a mix of sharing field experience and interactive discussion, participants will walk through common on-location challenges – from weather and logistics to safety and gear – and the strategies used to adapt.

Speaker

VIMFF Jury Gaëtan Lamarre

Gaëtan Lamarre

Documentary Filmmaker

Hands-on strategies for solving real-world challenges in unpredictable adventure filmmaking environments.
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