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FERNIE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL

Dedicated to filmmakers who spark awareness of mountain cultures, fragile environments, and the passion and perseverance of global explorers.

We look forward to seeing you!

WHEN

February 21,22  2025

SOLD OUT!

WHERE

Knox on 2nd

Performing Arts Venue

201 2nd Ave,  Fernie

Highlights and Lineup

2025 Features

Full line up coming soon!

Click the image to watch the trailer!

CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY

CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY

In the remote mountain villages of Bamyan, Afghanistan, a newfound passion for skiing attracts young athletes from rival ethnic groups to the slopes. Champions of the Golden Valley captures the thrill of a sports rivalry intertwined with a poignant portrait of a community in profound transition -- parallel stories converging to explore what it means to be a champion, in all its forms.
BIG WATER THEORY

BIG WATER THEORY

Follow kayak superstar Nouria Newman and two childhood friends, as they navigate one of the world’s most challenging sections of whitewater: the Rondu Gorge of the Indus River, in Pakistan.

WITHOUT A PEDAL

WITHOUT A PEDAL

After the sweeping success of their debut feature film “Without a Paddle: A Canoe Film about Snowboarding”, Johan Rosen and Nicholas Khattar finally decide it is time to make a sequel. They decide the most direct route to fame and riches is to go north to Alaska. The only problem is how are they going to get there? After collecting a few fellow broke and stoked stragglers with a hunger to go North, the team is tasked with the unenviable chore of pedalling wholly unsuitable bicycles from Terrace British Columbia to Haines Alaska, choosing to travel along Highway 37, the Cassiar Highway, one of Canada’s most desolate and remote highways.

Friday Night Feature:

Saturday Night Double Feature:

Photo Competition

Every year we invite local photographers to submit their best photos for judging at the festival for cash prizes. Photos should showcase South Eastern BC, tell a story, and spark awareness of mountain culture, fragile environments, and human-powered adventure. Both professional and amateur photographers are welcome! Follow the link below to our Facebook page to learn more!

2024 Winner

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FILM SUBMISSIONS

Submissions for 2025 open September 1.  Submissions are managed via Film Freeway - please submit films there.

A huge 'Thank you!' to our 2025 Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSORS

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FEATURE SPONSORS

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SHORT FILM SPONSORS

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