Arts and Entertainment
March 12, 2025
From: Banff Mountain Film FestivalThe BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings together breathtaking cinematography, inspiring narratives, and the world’s most daring athletes and explorers. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the thrill of adventure on the Elks Theatre big screen.
?Monday, April 21, 2025
GRANITE
The Granite program kicks off the festival with a dynamic lineup of seven films, four of which are under 10 minutes long. These stories highlight athletes and explorers pushing the limits of human potential:
Anytime – Utah (Tour Edit) – A new era of female freeride mountain biking.
Ian – The inspiring journey of a 72-year-old climber.
For Winter (Tour Edit) – National Geographic explorer Alison Criscitiello’s ascent of Mt. Logan.
2 Legs is 2 Easy – A skier born with bone cancer in his left leg defies expectations.
House of Bliss – A breathtaking ride with an Icelandic surfer.
Ice Waterfalls (Tour Edit) – A professional kayaker navigates melting ice cap rivers.
A Team Sport – Triple Crown ultra-runner Courtney Dauwalter pushes endurance to the limit.
?Tuesday, April 22, 2025
SANDSTONE
The excitement continues on Tuesday with the Sandstone program, featuring seven films that blend adventure, culture, and storytelling. The longest film in this set runs 33 minutes, ensuring a high-energy, immersive experience:
The Streif – Fabio Wibmer prepares for an intense ski race.
River Mama – A touching story of a lifelong raft guide and her teenage goth daughter.
109 Below – A gripping look at volunteer rescuers (Winner: 2024 Best Film – Adventure).
Keep It Burning – A daring free ascent of Eternal Flame 33.
Welcome to the Pit – The creation of Yellowknife’s first and only rope tow.
Dolomites (Tour Edit) – High-adrenaline mountain biking in the Dolomites.
Undammed – An indigenous women's mission to restore endangered fish populations.
Date: April 21-22, 2025
Location: Elks Theatre - 512 6th Street, Rapid City, SD 57701