2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival Trailer

Despite decades of progress, Nordic combined remains the only Olympic event without a women’s competition. With a pivotal IOC decision approaching, skier Annika Malacinski pushes forward—training, competing, and refusing to accept a future where women are sidelined. This film is presented with on-screen subtitles.

Annika - Where She Lands

Two Bozeman-based ski patrollers reflect on the rapid changes facing their home and the sport they love. With 50 seasons under his belt, Dene Brandt regards the future with an optimism that infects his younger co-worker.

Bridgers

With unknowns and anxiety in his heart, Shikaichi Ueki moved from Japan to Golden, BC. Five years later, and the longer he lives in this town, the more he feels the positive energy that flows from person to person. At the heart of it all is, without a doubt, skiing. Photo credit: Aidan Trudel

Echo of Turns

“Elladj" is a short documentary following the remarkable journey of Elladj Balde, a Canadian figure skater who found his voice and fan base through wild ice skating.

Elladj

“What happens if we survive all this chaos?” OUTLIER: Common is a documentary film that follows three Latina athletes as they navigate life in remote mountains alongside the unpredictable forces of Mother Nature. Photo credit: Carly Finke

Outlier: Common

Adam Kjeldsen is one of the only Inuit ski guides operating in Greenland, a destination dominated by foreign operators. Shaped by Land follows his pursuit of a more sustainable vision for ski tourism—rooted in deep connection to land, community, and culture. Photo credit: Emily Sullivan

Shaped by Land

Captured in the mountains and cities of Japan, this film blends immersive visuals with a wholly original soundtrack composed entirely of sounds recorded on location. From train station announcements, temple bells, and the rhythm of snowboarding, every audio element was found not fabricated, and is a unique reflection of the cultural soundscape of this country. Photo credit: Alex Pashley

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Online Film Passes

Online Films for the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival will be available from November 12 - 23, 2025. Year-round film programs are available on our Banff on Demand platform at watch.banffcentre.ca/banffondemand

The 2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is online in Canada and the US from November 12-23!

Here's what's coming up soon. Can't make it? No sweat. Many live streams will be available for on-demand viewing as well.