Discover the amazing line-up of guest speakers and films for the 20th annual VIMFF 2017 (click on the show names for more details).
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10th 2017
20th Annual Opening Night
Fri Feb 10 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Marc-Andre Leclerc
Films: Johanna, Tupendeo, The Fledglings
Join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of VIMFF - featuring presentations and films on mountain sports and culture, plus the VIMFF 2017 Photo Competition Awards.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11th 2017
International Climbing Films
Sat Feb 11 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
The RIO Theatre MAP
Films: Blocheads, A Song For Tomorrow, Scenes from The Green, Sonnie Trotter & The Totem Pole
A collection of some of the best new climbing films from around the world!
The World Premiere of Frank Wolf's 'Wild Ones' plus a tale of endurance from Antarctica.
The Last Cavemen
Sat Feb 11 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
The Inlet Theatre MAP
Films: The Last Cavemen, Freedom Under Load
The North American Premiere of 'The Last Cavemen' & a screening of the award winning Sloakian documentary - 'Freedom Under Load.
Mountain Bike Show
Sat Feb 11 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Rebecca Rusch, Justa Jeskova & Steve Storey
Films: Shift, Trail To Kazbegi, Chasing Rainbows, Light Cycles
Presentations from international and local speakers, plus a great selection of international mountain bike films that will make you wish Spring would come sooner!
Seven Continents
Sat Feb 11 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Eileen Bistrisky
Films: Like A Wolf
Travel the globe as we climb and ski around the seven continents of Earth. This show is guaranteed to quench your thirst for travel and adventure!
The Change I Want To See
Sat Feb 11 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
The Cinematheque MAP
Guest Speakers: Lynne Quarmby, David Lavalee
Films: To The Ends Of The Earth, Kokota
The Change I Want To See is hosted by Josh Davis and focuses on positive steps we can take as a society and as individuals to make the world a better place.
Mountain Mixer 1
Sat Feb 11 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
The Inlet Theatre MAP
Films: Claim Freedom, Vorticity, Face To Face, Moving Mountains, The Alchemists
A mix of great mountain films from all genres - something for everybody!
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 12th 2017
Adrenaline Junkies
Sun Feb 12 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
The RIO Theatre MAP
Films: Go Big Or Go Home, Mount Marathan, Full Moon, Not 2 Bad
Four great films from four action sports, guaranteed to get your heart pumping!
Destination: Central Asia
Sun Feb 12 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
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Films: Aspirations Of The Pamirs, Afghan Winter
Two amazing adventures through the mountains of Central Asia.
Mountain Mixer 2
Sun Feb 12 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
The Inlet Theatre MAP
Films: Sea Gypsies, Run Forever, Flow, What If You Fly?
Another great program of top adventure films from around the globe.
Trail Running Show
Sun Feb 12 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Joe Grant, Paul Romero
Films: Trail Dog, The Crown Traverse, The Hard Way, A Shepherds Hand
As usual, our Trail Running Show is jam packed full of talks and films from around the world that celebrate the simple joy of pounding the trails with your own two feet.
Ski Traverses in BC
Sun Feb 12 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The RIO Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Sam McKoy
Films: Snowmads, Kilian, First Day Of Summer
If you like the thought of long days on skis, travelling through beautiful landscapes and vast icefields, you've come to the right place.
Adventure Travel
Sun Feb 12 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
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Guest Speakers: Manrico Scremin
Films: The Yukon Blues, North Korean Chronicle, Flashes of The Altai
Journey to the Dolomites with Manrico for a hut-to-hut hiking trip and get inspiration for some unique adventurous travel ideas.
The High Life
Sun Feb 12 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
The Inlet Theatre MAP
Films: Samuel In The Clouds, The Song Collector, Wolf Hunter
Documentaries that explore the cultures and way of life in remote mountain communities.
MONDAY FEBRUARY 13th 2017
Monday Matinee
Mon Feb 13 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
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Films: Cedarwood Trails, Rad Dad, Their Land, Mira, 70 Some Years
Enjoy the family day holiday with a fantastic group of films for all the ages!
Planet Earth
Mon Feb 13 @2:00pm (doors 1:30pm)
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Films: Holy (un)Holy River, Elk River, Namuli
Three amazing films that will make you feel more connected to nature and the environment.
Family Show
Mon Feb 13 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Kevin Vallely
Films: Ace & The Desert Dog, Super Salmon, Devotion, Young Guns
It's BC Family Day so bring the kids and get inspired to undertake adventures as a whole family. Heart warming stories and films suitable for all ages.
SUP Adventures presented by Red Paddle Co.
Mon Feb 13 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Norm Hann, Chris Christie, JF Plouffe, Jimmy Martinello & Jon Burak
Red Paddle presents a night of Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventures. Find out why we live in the best place to SUP and how local athletes are pushing this growing sport in new directions.
Mind vs Mountain
Mon Feb 13 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
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Guest Speakers: Brent Seal, James Frystak
Films: Lunag Ri, Annapurna III, Conquering Ghost Ice, Strong, At What Price?, Monte Sarmiento
An evening about overcoming the challenges in front of us - both physical and mental. Discover how escaping to the great outdoors can help combat mental health issues.
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14th 2017
Kayak Night
Tues Feb 14 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
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Guest Speakers: Emily Cole
Films: Cooperation WHY?, Locked In, The Eyes Of God
Whether it's endurance sea kayaking adventures, committing whitewater canyons or big waterfall drops - this show is your one-stop-shop for Kayaking inspiration!
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 15th 2017
MEC Canadian Adventure Show
Wed Feb 15 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Benjamin Jordan, Evan Guilbault
Films: 40 Winters, Boys In The Bugs, La Glace Sans Fin, Northern Soul
This show is about celebrating and promoting adventures and exploration by Canadians. Featuring the MEC Adventure Grant awards and presentations from last years recipients.
UBC Climbing Show
Wed Feb 15 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Frederic Wood Theatre, UBC MAP
Guest Speakers: Glenn Woodsworth & Dick Culbert
Films: Jungfrau Marathon, Mirror Wall, NOW, The Pomish Invasion
VIMFF is excited to bring shows to the UBC Campus. A night dedicated to climbing mountains, rock and ice.
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 16th 2017
Sherpa Show
Thurs Feb 16 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Lakpa Rita Sherpa
Films: Sherpa
Following the screening of feature doc, Sherpa, join Lakpa onstage in conversation with Eileen Bistrisky, talking about life amongst the biggest mountains on earth.
Rock Climbing Show
Thurs Feb 16 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Jonathan Siegrist, Nina Caprez
Films: Triple 14er, Principle Of Hope, Equal Footing, The Unknown, Doing It Scared, The Triple 14
Stories from the cutting edge of rock climbing. What's it like to travel the world, searching for that beautiful climb, right at your limit?
Hiking the PCT
Thurs Feb 16 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
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Guest Speakers: Lauren Blackburn & Steven Cossin
Films: Surviving The Fundy Footpath, The Bothy Project, Ace & The Desert Dog
Discover the wonders of the Pacific Crest Trail and the day-to-day simplicities of long distance hiking.
UBC Ski Night
Thurs Feb 16 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Frederic Wood Theatre, UBC MAP
Films: Triggered, Monumental, Ruin & Rose
Three great ski films to celebrate the return of snow and get you psyched to ski.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 17th 2017
Ski Show
Fri Feb 17 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Greg Hill
Films: La Liste, The Highway, Telemark Love Letter
Pow hunters unite! The latest and greatest from the world of back-country, freestyle and ski mountaineering.
Journey Into The Deep Wild
Fri Feb 17 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
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Guest Speakers: Jon Turk
Films: Pura Vida, Jondachi
From the wonderful words of Jon Turk - "discover a glorious and sustainable lifestyle that is based on the Deep Wild as a foundation of solace, sanity, compassion, and hope."
Himalayan Life
Fri Feb 17 @7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
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Guest Speakers: Elizabeth Leboe & Lenard Reid
Films: Facing The Mountain, Gyalmu's House, iPorter, Return to Zanskar
A night dedicated to the culture and people of the Himalayas and the highest mountain communities in the world.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18th 2017
VIMFF Finale
Sat Feb 18 @7:30pm (doors 6:30pm)
The Centennial Theatre MAP
Guest Speakers: Brette Harrington
Films: The Accord, North Of Known
The 20th Annual VIMFF wraps up with presentations and films on mountain sports and culture, plus the 2017 Film Awards.
