What is the Banff Mountain Film Festival?
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is an international film competition featuring the world’s best footage on mountain subjects. The festival began in 1976 and is held annually on the first weekend in November in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Each year, the festival receives more than 300 films. These films come from over 35 countries and range from productions created by high school students to professional crews working with companies like the BBC and National Geographic. Immediately after the festival, a selection of the best films entered in the festival goes on tour. For more information, visit the Banff Mountain Film Festival website: www.banffmountainfestivals.ca/tour.
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is an international film competition featuring the world’s best footage on mountain subjects. The festival began in 1976 and is held annually on the first weekend in November in Banff, Alberta, Canada. The year 2005 marks the 30th anniversary of the festival. This year’s film festival begins with the Feature-Length Films Weekend on Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30. Regular programming runs Friday, November 4, through Sunday, November 6. On Sunday evening, the international jury will announce the Best of the Festival award winners.
