The ski industry today is a complex tapestry woven from the threads of commercialization and genuine passion. At its core, it thrives on the allure of a culture that many aspire to but few actually live. Ski resorts, often luxurious and bustling with visitors, seem to cater to an elite class, while those who embody the true essence of skiing—the ski bums—are often relegated to the margins. This disconnect raises critical questions: How do we define worth and contribution in these spaces? Directed by Carson Sharp and Kye Matlock, Shot and Edited by Carson Sharp, Original Poetry by Kye Matlock, Music Dept: Max Bass
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Carson Sharp
VVX Productions
Athletes
Kye Matlock and Max Bass
SKI CATEGORIES
For this year’s iF3 Movie Awards, any and all films about skiing, snowboarding or a mixture of the two are eligible.
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SNOWBOARD CATEGORIES
Whether it’s focused on freestyle, freeride, urban, backcountry, telemark skiing, mountaineering, adventuring, a documentary subject, or anything in between, your film is welcome at iF3.
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