The week before iF3 I wrote anarticle about the filmsI was looking forward to seeing most.
All of them pumped me up, but these 10 films really stood out as the best.
These are going to be my personal views on the films, so you may not agree with me.
So here’s my top 10 films from iF3.
Tim Durtschi and Nick McNutt’s segments stand out as some of the best non-park/urban skiing this year.
If you love watching big mountain and powder films, this is the one you’re looking for.
#9 -Awone Films Mixtape 2014
Awone Film’s Mixtape came on during the free screening on Friday night.
#8 -Indeed Productions- #SKIGOODMONEYWILLCOME
This was by far the funniest movie at iF3 this year.
One of the most creative approaches to creating a ski film.
And even though it was full of old footage, it was still amazing to see.
Freed’s opening segment was hilarious and awesome.
The editing seemed random, and it was awesome that way.
Don’t sleep on HG Skis.
Phil’s closing segment is out of control, don’t miss it.
#4 -Clayton Vila Studio- Five
Clayton Vila is a true master of street skiing.
What he put together in one season could take people years to get done.
Burn features the perfect balance of creative, beautiful cinematic shots and amazing skiing.
Not a single person in the crowd outside of the 4bi9 crew themselves could even tell.
So I can’t wait to see the finished project when it drops in October.
This one is tied for my personal Film of the Year Award.
But most importantly, it’s very obvious that everyone in the crowd, including myself, misses Tom.
Rest easy, buddy, I’m very grateful I got the chance to meet you.
Less features some amazing skiing in every single aspect of the sport.
But it’s LSM who really stands out.
And it’s this approach to skiing that makes LSM stand out as a future star of this sport.
Honorable Mention:Poor Boyz Productions- Twenty.
This one could have easily been on the list.
Between the nostagic clips and Karl Fostvedt’s Windells lines, this was a super fun film to watch.
But the stand out segment is easily Tanner Hall’s.
Seriously, I know Tanner never left, but the Ski Boss reigns supreme in the Backcountry this year.
Some of the most epic lines I’ve ever seen.
See you all next year!
