Maude started skiing as soon as she could walk, the daughter of Bagnes' farmers, she grew up in the valley facing Verbier, between cows and donkeys. She is loud, spontaneous and some say, the most underrated female skier of her generation.
Elisabeth started skiing when her parents bought a chalet in Verbier and they would come to the mountains every weekends. She is a hypersensitive introvert who questions everything and mostly herself, showing clear signs of impostor syndrome, she defines herself as an « unexpected world champ".
The 2 freeriders couldn’t be more different and yet are bound by a friendship that might never have happened, transcending social barriers and fueled by a shared love for the mountains.
After years of dedicating themselves to the Freeride World Tour, Elisabeth and Maude rediscover the pure joy of skiing, free from rankings and expectations. With humor, depth, and an unshakable connection to the mountains, the film dives into their personalities, exploring what makes them so unique—both as individuals and as friends.
Switzerland
Director
Alicia Cenci
Founder
Filmography
• DIDI: Co-director and producer of a documentary in collaboration with The North Face, highlighting inspiring stories of women in the mountains of Nepal.
• SEEMINGLY: An independent short film questioning our relationship with fashion and raising awareness of the impact of consumption on our environment.
• WE ARE ALL PROTAGONISTS: Project with Salomon exploring running as an expression of confidence, dedication, and intention, challenging stereotypes and celebrating diversity in sport.
• FRAGMENTS CHOISIS: This short film explores the dual identity of Elisabeth Gerritzen (SUI), a professional skier and dedicated activist, highlighting the convergence of her passions for sport and social causes.
• VERSO: This film follows Sybille Blanjean (SUI) in her quest to reach new heights in freeriding, exploring solidarity, trust, and the joy of shared moments in the mountains.
Website
Official website
https://www.aliciacenci.com
Questions and Answers
Athletes
Elisabeth Gerritzen - Maude Besse
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Co-Presenting Partners
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Film Guide
SKI CATEGORIES
For this year’s iF3 Movie Awards, any and all films about skiing, snowboarding or a mixture of the two are eligible.
AMATEUR
- Film of the year
- Skier of the year
ATHLETE
- Standout Female Skier of the year
- Standout Male Skier of the year
- Breakout Skier of the year
PRO
- Best Short Movie (under 20min)
- Best Urban Segment
- Best Backcountry Segment
- Best Storytelling
- Jury’s Pick (both Ski & Snowboard films eligible)
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Film of the Year
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.
AMATEUR
- Film of the year
- Snowboarder of the year
ATHLETE
- Standout Female Snowboarder of the year
- Standout Male Snowboarder of the year
- Breakout Snowboarder of the year
PRO
- Best Short Movie (under 20min)
- Best Urban Segment
- Best Backcountry Segment
- Best Storytelling
- Jury’s Pick (both Ski & Snowboard films eligible)
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Film of the Year
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