Skiing the way it used to be, no matter the political regime. In the high peaks of Afghanistan, young villagers from rival ethnic groups build makeshift skis and convene for a thrilling mountain race that requires incredible camaraderie and resilience – lessons they must call upon when they experience the shocking collapse of their country…
Backcountry Search and Rescue volunteers in Westcliffe, Colorado fight through the mental, emotional, and physical demands needed to keep the backcountry safe. Growing up next to 220,803 acres of wilderness, Colorado native Tristan Owen began his filmmaking journey by photographing the Colorado vistas. His early connection to America’s public land has driven him to find…
Backcountry Search and Rescue volunteers in Westcliffe, Colorado fight through the mental, emotional, and physical demands needed to keep the backcountry safe. Growing up next to 220,803 acres of wilderness, Colorado native Tristan Owen began his filmmaking journey by photographing the Colorado vistas. His early connection to America’s public land has driven him to find…
In March 2022, Ukrainian snowboard champion Taras Bihus hung up his snowboard boots and volunteered for the Ukrainian military. What he didn’t expect was the horror he would see along the way. Within nature he finds the peace he needs to begin processing his experience. A Matchstick Productions short film. Film director. Conservationist. Pot belly…
Our great friends at The Stash host us for this final night. Celebrate with us as we wind down another great festival. Snacks available. Everyone is welcome. Cash bar. Lots of fun.
From page to production to post, join filmmakers Christy Hall (Daddio), Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz (Los Frikis) in conversation as they share stories of the rugged road to getting movies made in the currency Hollywood landscape. Everyone is welcome. Free Event
Join Academy Award nominee – and part-time Crested Butte resident – Skye Fitzgerald and festival attendees Rachel McDonald, Peter Goetz (Dancing Warrior) and Paula DuPre’ Pesmen (Porcelain War) for a discussion on where documentaries are now and where they are headed. Everyone is welcome. Free Event
Celebrate the start of the film festival with this most famous CB tradition: a fun-filled, meandering bike ride through the streets and alleys of Crested Butte. Bring your townie bike and join us! Costumes optional, but encouraged! Meet up at 2nd and Elk. Everyone is welcome. Free event.
What makes a screenplay great? Where do many fall short? How can you knock yours out of the park? Whether you’re a writer or a film enthusiast, this panel will give you a greater appreciation for movies and the storytelling DNA that defines them. Join Gregg Helvey (Oscar-nominated writer/director & founder of ScriptAccelerator.com) and James…
Join the Land Trust for a celebration of conservation! The week will include happy hours, coffee dates, hikes on conserved lands, and more. Please join us for one, two, or all of our free fall outings! From hikes to happy hours, we hope to see you at one of our upcoming events. Email jessica@cblandtrust.org for…