Film Competition Awards in the following categories: BEST FILM OVERALL (Festival Grand Prix), SLOVAK Audio Literal Found Award (for a Slovak filmmaker), Special mentions in the categories: ROCK, EARTH, WATER, AIR and JURY AWARD
Lucia Janičová, a scientist specializing in immunology and oncology, hails from Prešov and now lives in Edinburgh. Alongside her work at a biotechnology company, she is a mother and a mountaineer who discovered her passion for climbing nine years ago. From sea cliffs and rock faces, she progressed to winter mixed climbing, ice climbing, and ultimately high-altitude mountaineering, where she began preparing for her biggest goal—Mount Everest.
However, her journey to the roof of the world was not just about altitude; it was also about overcoming personal challenges. For her, the mountains have become a symbol of resilience, freedom, and strength. “Climbing has helped me not only in the mountains but also in life. I believe that our past does not have to define us—we can achieve more than we think.”
During the festival, Lucia will take you beyond the climb itself, offering insights into the demanding preparation alongside her family life. She will introduce the key training summits that paved the way for her success—Mont Blanc (4,807 m), Mera Peak in the Himalayas (6,476 m), and Aconcagua in the Andes (6,961 m). Through unique audiovisual footage, her determination, perseverance, and resilience will guide you across glacial crevasses and endless ascents all the way to the top of the world.
Crossing the highest mountain range of the world on a mountain bike. The spirit of adventure and the resilience of those who dream big. Breathtaking landscapes, high-altitude challenges, endless downhills and the vibrant culture of Nepal. This is our story from the legendary Annapurna Circuit trek in the Himalayas.
Eliot Jackson has sneaky superpowers. You might know him for his commentary skills as one of the voices of RedBull TV’s mountain bike coverage. Or you might know him from his amazing community-building and advocacy efforts with Grow Cycling. Or you might know him as being one of the most badass riders to ever scrub-whip a mountain bike. Yeah, not as many people know the last one as they probably should. That’s because Eliot took a backseat from racing some time ago and then transitioned to all the other good work that now gets him out of bed in the morning.
Jackson Goldstone is a World Champion downhill mountain bike racer. He’s also fast on his trail bike. Watch as he floats through North Vancouver’s iconic North Shore trails.
Mountain biking free solo and more… Kilian Bron and his team take you on a thrilling and history-rich adventure, riding the steepest trails of the Dolomites.