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Freedom Climbers – and Other Books
Winner of last year’s Boardman-Tasker Award – Freedom Climbers - Bernadette McDonald has produced a body of written work on mountaineering that has no real competition for its depth, diversity or sensitivity. Through readings and 'In Conversation' with Julie Summers she’ll be talking about and exploring her approach to documenting the lives of some of mountaineering’s most iconic and individualistic personalities.
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Adults free with a valid film pass (either Saturday, Sunday or 2-day weekend pass)
All children over 1 must have a ticket
Prolific Everest-summiteer Kenton Cool managed to visit the top of the world for the 10th time earlier in 2012, a staggering achievement.
If the genre of Mountain Film – or Bergfilm – could be said to have a father figure then it would undoubtedly be Arnold Fanck. A pioneering filmmaker between the wars, Fanck – using pioneering techniques quickly adopted by the rest of the film industry – directed a whole raft of classic feature films set in the mountains. His body of work included such greats as the White Hell of Pitz Palu 1929, Storm over Montblanc 1930 and SOS Iceberg 1932. While his films were works of fiction he invariably filmed on location in the high mountains and his techniques had a major influence of documentary filmmakers.
Mountain legend Fred Beckey is still climbing at 89, every day if he can. The mountaineer and author is renowned as ‘one of America's most colourful and eccentric mountaineers’ and is unofficially recognised as the all-time world-record holder for the number of first ascents credited to one man.
Presented by Haglöfs, the Swedish outstanding outdoor equipment manufacturer and supported by Whitedot Skis, this is our biggest Snowsports event ever.
We have a host of entertainment and chat from the 'Godfather of Free-skiing' - Mike Douglas from Whistler Blackcomb. Mike will be presenting the European première of his new film 'Tempting Fear'. We will also have the skier and star of the film Andreas Fransson and skier producer Bjarne Sahlén on stage to talk about the story behind the film. Andreas Fransson has been called the boldest extreme skier in a generation. Over the past 3 years he’s logged first descents in a half-dozen countries, battled back to life from an accident that nearly killed him, and become the most talked about skier in the epicentre of all things extreme – Chamonix, France. All this plus the latest snow film offerings from around the mountains of the world.
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OK – he’s best known for ‘cutting the rope’, but in both Simon’s mountaineering and writing career the events on Siula Grande are but a minor scene. He’s established himself as both a considerable exploratory mountaineer and a remarkable writer, who’s captured those adventures in a style that combines economy with the vivid portrayal of stunning situations and real adventure.
Three short lectures from well-known British Mountain Guides showcases the breadth of their travels and work - be inspired, and learn how you can make steps towards your own adventures.
Your opportunity to test the latest skis from Whitedot on the slope at Kendal Snowsports Club and to meet Josh Dueck and other guests in person!
Ed is instantly recognisable on the comedy circuit from regular appearances on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, dozens of other TV and theatre performances plus his sell-out stand up tours.
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What better way to celebrate the whole weekend - seeing the winning films being announced! Kendal's answer to the Oscars!
This a free event, however, you must get obtain a ticket from Box Office during the festival, and show any other festival event ticket or film pass.
See this years' winning films at Rheged, if you can't make it to Kendal.
See the prize winning films from this year's festival all in one hit!
The winning films in one hit!
