The metaphor here is a wet blanket thrown over magic and light. A nine-year-old Aboriginal boy is captured and taken to a remote monastery to learn the White man’s ways. It’s run by a renegade nun (Cate Blanchett) who struggles with Church doctrines in her own secret way. As the “new boy” becomes intrigued by…
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…
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…
We’ve partnered up with the The Trailhead Children’s Museum to bring you 3 child-friendly events for both parents & kids to enjoy: Trailhead + CBFF Youth Workshop: Our Youth Film Program Screening Committee & the Trailhead invite you to a workshop of film-themed crafts and activities. First come first serve, pay per craft. CBFF Night…
We’ve partnered up with the The Trailhead Children’s Museum to bring you 3 child-friendly events for both parents & kids to enjoy: Trailhead + CBFF Youth Workshop: Our Youth Film Program Screening Committee & the Trailhead invite you to a workshop of film-themed crafts and activities. First come first serve, pay per craft. CBFF Night…
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