TOYOTA PRESENTS
A NEW SKI FILM FROM MATCHSTICK PRODUCTIONS
Calm Beneath Castles (2024)

Calm Beneath Castles is an awe-inspiring ski movie that delves into the heart, soul and mind of skiers, driven by an insatiable thirst for adventure and discovery. This epic film explores the essence of finding solace in nature and being one with the mountains.
Matchstick follows the best skiers in the world to incredible locations, as they prepare, MSP captures their quirks, natural instincts, and stoke to ski. As the crew arrives at their destination and the hunt begins, the movie showcases the process of seeking out the terrain, scouting objectives, and assessing conditions. The moment of truth arrives as they take on the mountain, transforming their meticulously planned visions into reality.
Calm Beneath Castles is not just a ski movie but a testament to the extraordinary feats of skill, courage, and determination of these athletes. It explores their relentless pursuit of their goals, their connection with nature, and the tranquility they find beneath the towering castles of snow. Through stunning cinematography and compelling storytelling, Matchstick documents their journey, inspiring viewers with their passion and dedication to their craft.
Short Synopsis:
Calm Beneath Castles is an awe-inspiring ski movie that delves into the heart, soul, and mind of skiers driven by an insatiable thirst for adventure and discovery. This epic film explores the essence of finding solace in nature and being one with the mountains. Following the world's best skiers to breathtaking locations, it captures their quirks, instincts, and passion as they prepare and take on the mountain. The film is a testament to their extraordinary skill, courage, and determination, showcasing their connection with nature and the tranquility they find beneath towering castles of snow. Through stunning cinematography and compelling storytelling, Calm Beneath Castles inspires viewers with its portrayal of the skiers' relentless pursuit of their goals and their harmonious relationship with the mountains.
Alternative:
Frothing for another Epic winter. Watch Matchstick’s latest film where we stacked banger on top of banger, from the roster of the world’s best rippers. Combine POW, Steeps, Progression. Epic cinematography with the sick minds of Matchstick and you get Calm Beneath Castles. The latest in a long line of the best yearly ski films in the land. This is the most authentic, soulful, and ripping film of the year.

Starring: Sam Kuch, Michelle Parker, Dennis Ranalter, Colby Stevenson, Jess Hotter, Craig Murray, Janelle Yip, John Collinson, Coline Ballet-Baz, Mark Abma, Ari Tricomi, Sam Cohen, Nadine Wallner, Eric Hjorliefson, Finn Bilous, Emily Childs, Karl Fostvedt, Gen Sasaki, Stinius Skjøtskift, Xander Guldman, Cole Richardson, Marcus Goguen, Max Palm, Manon Loschi

Filmed on Location:
Hokkaido, JPN
Chatter Creek, BC
Whistler, BC
Waddington, BC (Bella Coola Heli Sports)
Haines, AK (Stellar Heli Skiing)
Arlberg, AUS
Obertauern, AUS
Sugarbowl, CA
Elko, NV
Monument Ranch, UT

United States