Topic: Skiing

Direction Rob Bruce · Scott Gaffney · Murray Wais · Steve Winter

Cast Shane McConkey

Synopsis McConkey (2013) is a poignant, feature-length documentary that delves into the enduring impact of a remarkable athlete on the evolution of his sports. The film explores the journey and achievements of Shane McConkey, celebrated as a trailblazer in the realms...

Direction Werner Herzog

Cast Walter Steiner · Werner Herzog

Synopsis The Great Ecstasy of Woodcarver Steiner (1974) delves into the mind of a renowned ski-jumper, who, when not competing, is a dedicated woodcarver. The documentary explores the unique psychological aspects of this athlete, offering a fascinating glimpse into the duality...

Direction Eric Crosland · Dave Mossop

Cast Mark Abma · Eric Hjorleifson · Chris Rubens

Synopsis All.I.Can. (2011) chronicles the exhilarating journey of elite ski mountaineers as they traverse some of the world's most breathtaking and challenging landscapes over the course of two years. The documentary captures their adventures in diverse locations such as Morocco, Greenland,...

Direction Jérôme Tanon

Synopsis Zabardast (2018) chronicles the personal journey of a daring Freeride expedition deep into the core of the Karakoram range. The team embarks on a quest to discover one of the most breathtaking mountains on Earth, towering at 5880 meters, perfect...

Direction Jon Long

Cast Tony Hawk · Kelly Slater

Synopsis X: Search for Freedom (2015) chronicles a cultural transformation driven by the human yearning to embrace the present and pursue passions that ignite the soul. The film delves into the origins of an exhilarating new era, born from raw energy,...

Direction Kevin Harrison · Kemp Curley

Direction Larry Peerce

Cast Marilyn Hassett · Beau Bridges · Belinda Montgomery · Nan Martin

Synopsis The Other Side of the Mountain (1975) tells the inspiring tale of Jill Kinmont, a prodigious skier with her sights set on the 1956 Winter Olympics. Tragedy strikes when Jill suffers a catastrophic fall during the final race of the...

Direction Jeremy Jones · Steve Jones · Todd Jones

Cast Jeremy Jones

Direction Patrice Leconte

Cast Michel Blanc · Marie-Anne Chazel · Christian Clavier · Thierry Lhermitte

Synopsis Les bronzés font du ski (1979) follows the adventures of a lively group of friends, known for their escapades in the Mediterranean, as they embark on a winter sports holiday. The film captures their comedic misadventures and romantic entanglements amidst...

Direction Charlène Favier

Cast Noée Abita · Jérémie Rénier · Catherine Marchal · Muriel Combeau

Synopsis Slalom (2020) follows the journey of a gifted 15-year-old athlete as she navigates the rigorous world of competitive skiing under the watchful eye of a demanding former champion. The young skier must confront both the physical demands and the emotional...

Direction Kim Yong-hwa

Cast Ha Jung-woo · Sung Dong-il · Kim Ji-Suk · Kim Dong-uk

Direction Lois Patiño

Synopsis Mountain in Shadow (S) (2012) offers a lyrical exploration of the vast and intricate connection between humans and the natural world. From afar, the documentary captures the movements of skiers against the backdrop of a snow-covered mountain, creating a sense...

Direction Dexter Fletcher

Cast Taron Egerton · Hugh Jackman · Christopher Walken · Jim Broadbent

Synopsis Eddie the Eagle (2016) follows the remarkable journey of Michael "Eddie" Edwards, a determined British athlete who defied the odds to become the first ski jumper from Great Britain to compete in the Winter Olympics. Based on a true story,...

Direction Tommaso Deboni

Cast Alberto Tomba · Luca Barilla · Andrea Bocelli · Deborah Compagnoni

Direction Jack Kinney

Synopsis The Art of Skiing (S) (1941) follows the mischievous antics of Goofy as he takes a vacation at the Sugar Bowl resort and attempts to master the fundamentals of downhill skiing. The film emphasizes the correct pronunciation of skiing as...

Direction Gerry Chiniquy

Direction Yasujirō Ozu

Cast Ichirô Yuki · Tatsuo Saito · Junko Matsui · Chishu Ryu

Direction Franklin J. Schaffner

Cast Yul Brynner · Britt Ekland · Clive Revill · Anton Diffring

Synopsis The Double Man (1967) follows Dan Slater, a stoic and unemotional man, who journeys to Austria after his son's fatal skiing accident in the Austrian Alps. Unsatisfied with the official response, Dan begins his own investigation, uncovering peculiar discrepancies that...

Direction Mårten Klingberg

Cast Katia Winter · Leif Andrée · Fredrik Hallgren · Susanne Thorson

Synopsis Off Track (2022) follows the journey of a middle-aged fitness enthusiast in Stockholm who is obsessively preparing for the grueling 90 km ski race, Vasaloppet. In stark contrast, his sister leads a more carefree life, lacking a job and often...

Direction Max Linder · Lucien Nonguet

Cast Max Linder · Léon Belières · Charles de Rochefort · Gabrielle Lange

Synopsis Max and His Mother-in-Law (1911) follows the comedic misadventures of a newlywed couple as they embark on a romantic Alpine honeymoon. The young groom, Max, finds his plans for a peaceful and intimate getaway continually disrupted by the unwelcome presence...