"The Character" enables the viewer to examine how your surroundings can shape character. Talented local skier Eric Hjorleifson guides us through the dramatic landscapes of Lake Louise, and recounts how meeting different people on varying aspects of his mountain shaped his own character, while nurturing a humble attitude. Throughout ‘The Character’, Lake Louise is depicted through a splendid mix of vintage photography and amazing high-definition aerials.Click here to learn more.
The Innovator escorts the viewer through the backcountry of Banff National Park to experience stepping into the unknown-told from the point of view of local wheelchair athlete, innovator and backcountry enthusiast Christian Bagg, but also Chris Rubens and Eric 'Hoji' Hjorleifson in parallel. We join Christian on his journey to overcome his challenges and achieve his dream of Nordic skiing in the backcountry, joined by his mates Chris and Hoji. The Innovator shows how adventure can push our limits, test our resolve and plot our own ‘unknown’.
In The Artist, filmed on location at Sunshine Village, we get a glimpse of the incredible energy of the Canadian Rockies and how the colour, light, and texture of the mountains around Sunshine Village inspire skiers and artists alike. The viewer meets local visual artist Dan Hudson as he ruminates on the very mountains that define his lifestyle, and inspires his artistic expression. The film tracks the artist as he shoots skiers and snowboarders on the mountain and then into his studio as nature becomes muse and inspiration flows both ways, translating to canvas.
"The Wise Man" is the emotive story of Eddie Hunter’s personal connection with Banff National Park and Mt. Norquay, a mountain he has called home his entire life. Born in 1926, the same year Mt. Norquay was established, Eddie has been skiing Banff’s first ski resort for over 80 years. Eddie escorts the viewer through Norquay’s past and present, sharing the impact the mountains have had in his life and which he proudly passes onto his children.
"Sculpted in Time" is a compelling portrayal of unique stories shot in documentary form and edited in Sherpas Cinema’s renowned storytelling style. Featuring extreme slow motion, long term time lapse, a pensive score and emotive narrative throughout, the series focuses on the personal transformations of local ski legends – each with character as strong as the mountain landscape of Banff National Park. Shot on location during 30 rigorous days of filming presenting stimulating perspectives on the Lake Louise Ski Resort, featuring ‘The Character’. Click here to learn more.
