Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival

two men on a mountain at sunset

Since 1976, the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival has been a leading celebration of mountain culture through film and literature. This annual event deepens the appreciation of mountain environments by providing a platform for sharing and inspiring mountain-related experiences, ideas, and visions. 11th Hour Racing sees the flagship festival as a valuable opportunity to connect with storytellers and bridge the gap between mountain and ocean cultures. This collaboration supports a broader goal of diversifying ocean stewardship by engaging the outdoor community through storytelling.

 

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Initiatives supported by 11th Hour Racing

  • Scholarships towards the 2024 Adventure Filmmakers Workshop—a 10-day intensive, hands-on program for 18 participants focused on improving narrative skills, vision, workflow organization, and pitching abilities, led by industry experts. In addition to scholarships, 11th Hour Racing aims to engage with students to highlight the importance of sustainable storytelling.
  • 2024 Audience Choice Award—one of the festival’s most prestigious honors, it is given to the film that festival attendees select as their favorite. Any film shown at the Banff Mountain Film Festival, from shorts to features, is eligible for this award.

Background

The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival, held every autumn at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff, Alberta, features over 85 films and events. This annual international film competition showcases stories of adventure, exploration, mountain culture, sports, and the environment from around the world. Following the festival in November, a curated selection of the top films embarks on a global tour.