Festival international du film d'aventure de Montréal

PROGRAMMING

DOUBLE PROGRAMMING CATERING TO A CLIENTELE EAGER FOR EMOTIONS, INSPIRATION…TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE

Major conferences
Conferences on dream destinations
Invitation Only encounters
Workshops

Program - IN FRENCH ONLY(.pdf)

Schedule - IN FRENCH ONLY (.pdf)

The TAFF can now be considered a major festival with its intense four-day program presented in two large halls: the Marie-Gérin Lajoie Hall and Théâtre Alfred-Laliberté at the Université du Québec in Montreal.

An international film competition with selections from around the world having travel and adventure as its main themes. The international panel of judges will present Adventura awards to the best films and producers.

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AFRICA BY KAYAK | 23 | SEA KAYAK EXCURSION | 45 MIN. | BEAU MILES | ONE MILE DOCUMENTARY | VOA
The expedition follows the 4,000-km sea kayaking adventure of Australian Beau Miles around the African continent.

ARBITRARY WINTER | 23 | SLIDING SPORTS | 14 MIN. | ANDREW HARDINGHAM | UBIQUITOUS MEDIA | VOA
A foray into the life of a young snowboarder in search of the ultimate thrill deep in the Alps.

CARTENSZ : THE 7TH SUMMIT | 23 | CLIMBING EXPEDITION | 44 MIN. | PAVOL BARABAS | K2 STUDIO | VOA
Since it was first scaled in 1962, the Carstensz Pyramid, located in the remote New Guinea jungle, has been regarded as one of the most inaccessible peaks in the world. The mountain is also guarded by the Damal tribe, renowned as a very primitive people. A team from the Slovak Republic attempts to reach the summit, trace their way through one of the planet’s thickest jungles and, above all, seek guidance and help from the natives without any deadly consequences.

CLOSER TO HEAVEN | 22 | MOUNTAIN CLIMBING | 9 MIN. | MAXIME JEAN | VOF
A meeting of two enthusiasts—one with a passion for mountains and the other for music—to create a unique film that captures a spectrum of emotions and images. This voyage takes us into the heart of Khumbu valley, land of the Sherpas, up to the summit of Mount Everest.

ÉCUMEURS DE CIEL | 22 | MOUNTAIN CLIMBING | 26 MIN. | YANNICK MICHELAT | VOF
Between the Furious Fifties and the Roaring Forties sits the Kerguelen Archipelago and the lost mountain of Mont Ross. Under the leadership of Lionel Daudet, five French mountaineers attempt a non-stop crossing of the mountain’s long and challenging ridge.

KNOCKING ON HEAVEN’S DOOR | 24 | BASE JUMP | 26 MIN. | ROBIN KALETA | JUMP S.O.S. | VOA

LA GRANDE TRAVERSÉE DU LADAKH | 24 | TREKKING | 65 MIN. | CARINE NONNENMACHER | GÉDÉON PROGRAMMES | VOF
Carine is French, Showkat is a Ladakhi. Together, they will embark on a quest to trek across the Ladakh in 30 days. Their journey takes them through forgotten villages, hidden monasteries and nomad encampments, and along the highest ridges of the Rupshu range. For Carine, it’s a demanding trek, but for Showkat, it’s a return to his roots.

LAST FRONTIER : PAPUA NEW GUINEA | 21 | WHITEWATER KAYAKING | 18 MIN. | TRIP JENNINGS | VOA

LE DERNIER PHARE | 23 | MOUNTAIN CLIMBING | 26 MIN. | CLAUDE ANDRIEUX | NOMADE PRODUCTIONS | VOF
The Refuge de l’Aigle is a mythical place nestled at the foot of the Meije, at an altitude of 3,450 metres in the Oisans Massif. Undisturbed for over 100 years, its future now appears as precarious as the surrounding glaciers.

MEDEOZ | 24 | EXTREME SPORTS | 5 MIN. | GUILLAUME BROUST | VOF
A very sports-oriented remake of the famous Ocean’s Eleven movie. Skiers, snowboarders, paragliders, BASE jumpers, climbers and mountaineers are sent on a strange mission, in which precise timing plays a major role in grouping them all together for a final all-out photo!

MYSTIC SPIRIT | 21 | EXTREME SPORTS | 5 MIN. | THOMAS ALLEMOZ | RIDE THE PLANETS | VOF
An ancient legend holds that the Oberland Bernois forest is inhabited by the spirit of a man… constantly looking for an adrenaline rush. Offended by this man’s powers, the gods decide to punish him by separating his soul from his body. Possessed by this wandering spirit, other men acquire strange supernatural powers.

NIGHT SESSIONS | 21 | BOULDERING | 8 MIN. | TODD FOSTER | PULL DOWN PRODUCTIONS | VOA
Nova Scotia has recently seen the emergence of a new trend: night climbing. With climbing facilities overrun by families, schools and other groups, climbers have no choice but to use these facilities at night, when they are uncrowded!

OIL + WATER | 24 | WHITEWATER KAYAKING | 55 MIN. | SETH WARREN | VOA
Two freshwater kayaking professionals embark on an adventure aboard the "baby," an old Japanese tank truck whose engine was converted to run on vegetable oil. An environmentally friendly road trip from Alaska to Ushuaïa, with two very funny, sociable and determined kayakers!

ON SIGHT – BEN NEVIS | 24 | ICE CLIMBING | 4 MIN. | ALASTAIR LEE | POSING PRODUCTIONS | VOA
A unique winter climbing experience on the Ben Nevis in Scotland.

QUAPAQ NAN | 23 | TREKKING | 66 MIN. | LAURENT GRANIER | GÉDÉON PROGRAMMES | VOF
Following the Cordillera of the Andes from north to south, a journey of over eighteen months in six different countries, covering 6,000 kilometres on foot between 800 and 5,000 metres in altitude – this was the crazy idea of an unusual couple who began a journey in search of the legendary route of the Incas, Qhapaq Nan. From Quito, Ecuador, passing through Cusco, Peru, to Aconcagua, Argentina, it is the first time that this historical route has been travelled and documented in its entirety!

SOLO | 22 | SEA KAYAK EXPEDITION | 60 MIN. | JENNIFER PEEDOM | ESSENTIEL MEDIA + ENTERTAINMENT | VOA
The story of Andrew McAuley, the first sea kayaker to attempt the crossing between Australia and New Zealand: one of the most treacherous and inaccessible parts of the world.

THE FINE LINE | 21 | SLIDING SPORTS | 56 MIN. | DAVID MOSSOP | ROCKY MOUNTAIN SHERPAS | VOA
Some of the world’s top athletes team up with leading avalanche experts to offer a new genre movie about avalanche safety. This film offers a foray into the world of "off-track" skiing combined with rich cinematography and heart-stopping avalanche footage.

THE SHARP END | 24 | CLIMBING | 60 MIN. | PETER MORTIMER | SENDER FILMS | VOA
A “solo” climb of the most dangerous mountains, slackline solos, mountain climbing in its purist form… some climbers are willing to give their all, to push themselves to their physical and mental limits. A thrill filled adventure that stretches the bounds of possibility.

THIS IS THE SEA – NEW ZEALAND | 23 | SEA KAYAK EXPEDITION | 48 MIN. | JUSTINE CURGENVEN | CACKLE TV PRODUCTIONS | VOA
A 2,400-km, 67-day tour of New Zealand’s South Island. We follow the voyage of a sea kayaking couple as they contend with Mother Nature’s physical obstacles and severe weather. They take us on a journey where every kilometre is a victory in itself!

Films are presented in their original French version [VOF] or English version [VOA]. In some cases, subtitles may be included. .

Major conferences with guest speakers from here and abroad, known for their thirst for extreme situations and discovery, and for their desire to share their passions.

Presented by

TRIP JENNINGS | EPICOCITY PROJECT | 21 | 19H | SMGL | 60 MIN.
GIL THÉRIAULT | 52 ÎLES, 52 SEMAINES | 22 | 19H | SMGL | 60 MIN.
MARC TREMBLAY with GUILLAUME PELLETIER | PROJET MEXPÉ | 23 | 19H | SMGL | 60 MIN.
TIMMY O’NEILL | CLIMB, LIVE, THRIVE! | 24 | 19H | SMGL | 60 MIN.

Conferences on dream destinations. Conferences are presented by people who are familiar with the country and its culture.

Presented by

24 | 15h45 | Special presentation of the Quebecois documentary VOYAGER VERT : LA NOUVELLE RÉVOLUTION CUBAINE – For all conference participants with tickets for this date only | STAL | 25 MIN.

6 TRAVEL KITS OFFERED BY
1 draw per conference

Invitation Only encounters with travellers, creators, authors, and producers where discussions are direct, intimate, and intense.

Free access. Encounters will take place at the Café des voyageurs.

Presented by

FRANÇOIS-GUY THIVIERGE | DÉFI ANTARCTIQUE | 22 | 18H | 45 MIN. |
CLINIQUE DU VOYAGEUR | PARTEZ INFORMÉ POUR VOYAGER EN SANTÉ | 23 | 18H | 45 MIN. |
ÉRIC LECLAIR | DESCENTE DE LA RIVIÈRE VACHON | 24| 18H | 45 MIN. | And an additional surprise meeting with a TAFF guest | 24 | 13H | 45 MIN. |

Workshops on topics of current interest hosted by experienced people. The workshops will provide travellers with useful advice and tips.

Presented by

Registration only. Limited seats.

PHOTOS DE VOYAGE ET D’ACTION | BERNARD BRAULT, PHOTOGRAPHER AND MULTIPLE AWARD WINNER | 22 | 19H | 120 MIN. | $25
MON PREMIER 5000 MÈTRES | MAXIME JEAN, MOUNTAINEER AND AUTHOR, AND PASCAL DALEAU, PHYSICIAN AND AUTHOR | 23 | 15H | 180 MIN. | $30
Followed by a freeze-dried food sampling demonstration sponsored by

SÉCURITÉ EN AVALANCHE DANS L’ARRIÈRE-PAYS | DOMINIC BOUCHER, DIRECTOR OF THE CENTRE D’AVALANCHE DE LA HAUTE-GASPÉSIE AND JULIE LEBLANC, GUIDE | 24| 11H | 120 MIN. | $15
Workshop participants could win prizes provided by Black Diamond in addition to gift certificates redeemable for a course on avalanches.

School Program including a conference and projection of films aimed at young people between 11 and 16 years old. The program also provides an educational element for participating schools.

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