Snowboarding Movies To Get the Juices Flowing
Snowboarding Movies
The new winter brings with it a host of fun snow activities. And it also heralds the time to show the great work filmmakers and producers have been working on. Like ski movies, snowboarding movies tease fans at the start of each season to soak up a “see all you can” smorgasbord of fantastic stunts and amazing talents, and encourage them to get out to the ski resorts featured in the films. Busy planning ski and snowboarding trips?
Alterna’s Alternative – 13 Oclock
As an addition to their movie line ups of bold and daring snowboarding movies, Alterna Films presents “13 O Clock.” To remind you, this is the same action sports filmmaker that produced great works such as; Apples & Oranges, ELektro, Knockout and Hello World to name a few. This latest movie release is equally as promising as previous works. Combining the technicality of filmmaking and featuring the fantastic freestyle of snowboarding, Alterna Films is known for coming up with movies that amaze and leave the audience in wonder and delight.
“13 O Clock” was shot at the most amazing snowboarding locations including China and Iceland. It features a variety of snowboarding talents which include Jesmond Dubeau, Chris Rasman and a ragtag crew of familiar suspects. “13 O Clock” is based on these personalities with their undeniable character, determination and passion for snowboarding which they open up to the fans through this film.
Transworld’s 20 Tricks
While some people enjoy being a bystander witnessing how others conquer the challenging slopes and altitude, other people are simply made for snowboarding. They live for the sports. And that is what Transworld shares in their most recent release, “20 Tricks.” It is divided into several volumes which basically feature and share the best tricks of the trade.
Volume II for instance, takes you to the learning process, featuring the experts of snowboarding themselves. They will show you how things are done step by step. It included tricks like jibs, spinning 900s and some freestyle trickery!
But… word has it that Volume IV is the best yet. It involves an all star cast of world class snowboarders. It also includes new features and footages of premiere competition. Talented snowboarders from the cities to the back country teamed up for this project. It stars Jake Olson-Elm and Darrell Mathes, along with Eero Ettala, Heikki Sorsa and a cast of dozens. And they serve as teachers to the world of snowboarding tricks. They showcase some of the best moves such as jumps, rails, pipes and jibs.
Out of the Sandbox With Day and Age
Another snowboarding movie maker that has made a mark in this filmmaking industry is Sandbox. Featuring a crew and a team of Canadians, Sandbox is one of the respected brands in the industry. Because this team consists of people who have first-hand experience at snowboarding, Sandbox showcases an understanding of the elements involved and present in a way that is entertaining, pleasing and surprising to the audience.
This year, they proudly present another work of art in “Day And Age.” The team of snowboarders includes, amongst others; Scot Brown and Steve Cartwright.
Will the Snowboarding Movies Get You Out on the Slopes? They Should!
It looks like being another thrilling year for snowboarding. This year’s crop of movies are amazing, exhilarating and will have you gagging for the snow. Presenting a world of adventure and mind boggling tricks and stunts; that leave the audience stunned and unable to wait to see what’s next. One thing is for sure, they will be coming back for more… snowboarding movies and the snow!
Tags: 13 Oclock, 20 Tricks, Alterna, Day and Age, Sandbox, Transworld
