With the six new films at EOFT 2024 you experience the world from its most adventurous side – and you often need less than you think: a few freeride skis, a longboard, a mountain bike or six used Euro pallets – for example for a wild raft trip in Sweden…
Lonely adventurers, free solos, athletic solo ventures – common keywords in outdoor films. Family on the other hand? But the EOFT wouldn’t be the EOFT if it didn’t show adventure in all perspectives of life.
This is how the American-born and professional mountain biker does it Sam Soriano in the film Cycle of Bayanihan
not only looking for traces of their Filipino family history, but also leaving behind their very own with their bike.
Edu Marin tells in Keep it Burning
the story of a family expedition with his brother and father to the Trango “Nameless Tower” in the Karakoram Mountains. A route with which another pair of brothers – Alexander and Thomas Huber – once wrote EOFT and climbing history. In To the Sea want the two Londoners Ben and Hugo reach the Baltic Sea in a two-week trip from Sorsele in Sweden. The whole thing on the river and on a Europlate raft. Two weeks turned into six years, the raft became Melissa and the three of them somehow became something like a family.
Mountain sports have many facets, giving them one more Erik Weihenmayer. Erik is an alpinist, has climbed all 8,000-meter peaks and is blind. In the film Soundscape He takes us to the Sierra Nevada to see the “Incredible Hulk” and literally into his world of perception.
All films are shown in their original version with subtitles in the local language/national language.
The film program is approved by the FSK without age restrictions.
**In the era of readily accessible, curated online experiences, what makes the communal experience of watching adventure films in a theater setting so impactful, and how can this format further inspire viewers to seek out their own adventures?**
## World Today News Presents: Adventures Unbound
**Join us as we explore the diverse world of adventure presented in the upcoming Extended Outdoor Film Tour 2024. Our guests today are [Guest 1 Name], an avid adventurer and outdoor enthusiast, and [Guest 2 Name], a documentary filmmaker specializing in stories of human resilience and connection with nature.**
**Welcome to the show!**
**Introduction & Defining Adventure:**
* Welcome both guests and briefly introduce the EOFT 2024 and its focus on diverse adventure stories.
* **For [Guest 1]: What does the term “adventure” mean to you personally, and how does it resonate with the films you see represented in EOFT?**
* **For [Guest 2]: As a filmmaker, how do you approach capturing the essence of adventure on screen? What elements do you believe are crucial in conveying this experience to the viewers?**
**Beyond Solo Journeys: Families Embracing Adventure:**
* **The article highlights family adventurers. [Guest 1], how crucial is it to expose younger generations to the joys and challenges of outdoor experiences?**
* **[Guest 2], what unique perspectives and dynamics does a family expedition bring to your storytelling? Using examples like “Keep it Burning” or “To the Sea,” discuss how these films explore the complexities of familial bonds within the context of adventure.**
**Facing Physical and Sensory Challenges:**
* **Erik Weihenmayer’s journey in “Soundscape” is truly inspiring. [Guest 1], how important is inclusive representation in the adventure film genre? What message do you think Erik’s story sends to viewers with differing abilities?**
* **[Guest 2], What technical and storytelling considerations arise when portraying the experiences of individuals facing unique challenges, like Erik’s blindness? How do you ensure authenticity and sensitivity while still captivating the audience?**
**Finding Family in Unexpected Places:**
* **The article mentions Ben and Hugo forming an unexpected bond with their raft, Melissa. [Guest 1], how does adventure sometimes lead to forging unexpected connections with people or even inanimate objects? Share your own experiences or observations.**
* **[Guest 2], Beyond the stunning visuals, what underlying narratives of human connection and resilience do you aim to convey through films like “To the Sea”?**
**Accessibility and Invitation to Adventure:**
* **The EOFT films are shown in multiple languages. [Guest 1], How important is it for adventure narratives to be universally accessible and relatable?**
* **[Guest 2], What advice would you give to aspiring adventurers who might be intimidated by the challenges depicted in these films? How can we encourage people from all walks of life to take that first step into exploration, no matter how small?**
**Closing Thoughts:**
* **Invite both guests to share their final thoughts on the importance of storytelling in promoting a love for adventure, exploring nature, and appreciating the unexpected twists and turns life throws our way.**
* **Direct the audience to learn more about the EOFT 2024 and experience these inspiring stories for themselves.**
**Thank you both for joining us today!**
