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Beyond Begbie
Beyond Begbie

Director(s): Zoya LynchCA15 min.2022
Categoriesdocumentary
Accessibilitynot suitable for minors under 15 years of age
LanguagesEnglish (orig.)
SubtitlesSlovak

A short film that explores the history of the land and its shared significance to Indigenous groups and mountain sports enthusiasts.

Standing tall over the Revelstoke valley Mount Begbie has inspired an entire community. It is iconicized in the logos and names of local businesses, featured heavily in artists’ works, is photographed by every visiting tourist, and most importantly of all, is explored by the outdoor enthusiast - no matter the season.

Climbing Mt Begbie is a “right of passage” for every hiker, climber, sledder, and skier who chooses to make Revelstoke their home.

While this peak has created an entire contemporary culture in Revelstoke, its name and story only represent colonial history, with no reference to the Indigenous heritage of this land.

Is it the outdoor community’s responsibility to help change this?

trailer
Projection of Beyond Begbie at MOUNTAINS AND CITY 2024
15:30
13. Apr
Film block: MOUNTAIN CULTURE
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