The 'Freeride Filmfestival' is looking for the latest freeride films from the independent filmmaking scene. We accept a wide range of films in our program showcasing: adventure, expedition, portrait, comedy, fiction and art. Our aim is to support filmmakers and athletes, raise awareness of avalanche safety and climate change and host events where people can meet and get inspired for winter.
We are looking forward to november 2024 by screening the "Official Selection" at 7 prime tour stops in AUT/SUI/GER and at our cinema edition in selected cinemas all over europe.

We are avid freeriders and film enthusiasts and want to share the excitement of off-piste skiing and snowboarding and the wonderful images, stories and artistical approaches that come with it. We aim to support filmmakers and athletes in this field to bring their projects to a big screen and a big audience.

Official Selection:
Each selected film of this category will be awarded with the "FFF Official Selection Laurel" and featured in the film archive of our website (online screener or VOD plattform will be linked). In addition, the filmmakers and actors will appear in our promotional activities and a variety of regional and international press, while they get also invited to be on stage at our biggest screenings and get the chance to travel in our iconinc tour-bus to our prime tour stopps.

Honearable Mention:
The most popular films of all categories, which for various reasons may not make it into the official selection, receive the "FFF Honerabel Mention Laurel" and are featured in the FFF Film Archive (online screener or VOD plattform will be linked).

1) Length: up to 35 minutes "main category", above 35 minutes "overlength category"

2) A commitment of main actor/athlete/director to attend at least 5 screenings; attendance at further screenings to be discussed and rewarded; 


3) Premieres will be preferred;

4) Movie may not be available free online before 1. Dezember 2024 
(does not apply to the "Overlength" category.

5) Synopsis (Summary, Producer, Cast, DOP, Location, ...)


6) Final screener or a close to final version for download or streaming with submission (final screener to be delivered latest by 31. August 2024; 


7) Trailer for download in 16:9 and 9:16, additional 9:16 content for social media is appreciated;

8) A minimum of 5 stills in hires that represent the essence of the movie;
Protrait pictures of cast/director/producuer (no goggle);
Cleared rights of all photos mandatory, for presswork and promotional purpose;
Behind-the-scenes and Making-of pictures are welcome;
!!! filename must be: Athlete_Movie_Location_Photographer; photocredit will always be listed;

9) We do not pay any license and screening fees.

10) Other major screenings, festival addendances, premiere events in AT/DE/SUI have to be coordinated with the FFF to avoid overlapping.

11) Language: Movies that are not in English need English subtitles. (srt. required)

12) Video On Demand: The FFF cinema edition ("Official selection" films) will be distributed from December at KINO VOD CLUB: https://www.vodclub.online/film/freeride-filmfestival-2023/ - Therefor we need the following agreement:
The licensors also provide their films to the Freeride Filmfestival (FFF) "not exclusivly" for the purpose of “streaming” (VOD), “download”, also called “electronic sell through” (EST), and “subscription video on demand” (SVoD). The FFF has the right, but is not obliged to actually use the delivered films and to exercise the right of use. The right of use is exercised on the so-called "VOD service" of the FFF, an Internet portal or via the services of FFF partners.

13) By submitting your film you constitute your full and complete acceptance of the terms hereof and acknowledge that no oral representations of any kind have been made by the FFF.

14) The FFF reserve the right to disqualify any submission, even after a film has been invited or final programming has been announced, at the sole discretion of the FFF organisers.

*Feel free to e-mail us in case you have any questions or issues with deadline, formats, uploads or other terms. We really want to try everything to take your movie under consideration. 


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  • Thank you Freeride Film Festival for the honor of being part for the third time, this year with "Purity"! As we evolved our filmmaking over the years you have given us a platform once again. The entire film team and Snowmads crew appreciates you very much. Thank you for highlighting so diverse and unique freeride films. All have their own relevant messages, styles and themes. And you curate them all into a wonderful and meaningful festival program. The atmosphere is one-of-a-kind and draws a lot of people into sold out cinemas. What a special experience for both, the audience and the filmmakers. FFF drives progress in freeride filmmaking. It also sets an example for the theatrical distribution of sports films. I can only imagine where this can go in the future with your energy and love for good film. Excited where this takes us next!

    March 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Karin! Your words are like balm for the often difficult path as organizers of this festival. This is exactly what makes our efforts worthwhile. To celebrate the passion of filmmakers, athletes and the audience in a great festival, to be an inspiration for new innovative films and give independent sports films the platform they deserve. Thank you

  • Five stars all round for the Freeride crew. Excellent communication pre and post-tour, plus the stops we attended had an insane atmosphere. Equal billing and respect for both the athletes and the film makers was definitely a highlight for all.

    February 2024
  • Richard Buchner

    Participating in the FFF 2023 edition was an extraordinary experience for our entire crew. I am particularly pleased that the festival selected our movie, which was a passion project without any financial support. The decision to showcase such a crucial topic in all cinemas truly underscores their commitment to addressing climate issues. Furthermore, witnessing our finished project on the big screen in sold-out theaters evoked an indescribable feeling.
    A huge thanks to the entire FFF crew, fellow filmmakers, athletes, and the incredible audience for this amazing experience.

    February 2024
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    Response from festival:

    We are very happy that you enjoyed being part of our festival. We wish you lots of confidence for your future projects and hope that you were inspired by the audience to continue telling great and meaningful stories.

  • Matthias Weger

    Thank you Freeride Filmfestival!!! The best film festival experience we could have ever imagined. So much energy and positivity from the audiences and just a hell of a time with all of you in the Tour Bus.

    December 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks so much for your honest and kind words, you guys rock.

  • Johanna Brunner

    Being part of this year's FFF tour with our movie CYCLES was such an exciting journey. The thrill of engaging with large, sold-out audiences across multiple cinema stops, discussing a topic that is so close to our hearts; freeriding and risk sports in general, the importance of all female crews (both in athletes and creatives) and the meaning of living in tune with the menstrual cycle. Having movies about social and environmental topics alongside some 100% freeriding action, underscored the festival's unique ability to blend entertainment with meaningful dialogue.

    Kudos to the FFF crew for fostering this vibrant community, and here's to a future filled with continued success and meaningful contributions to the world of filmmaking.

    Cheers, the CYCLES crew

    December 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Johanna and Cycles crew! We are overwhelmed by your positive feedback and are very happy to have offered your film a suitable stage. Congratulations on this courageous project, the convincing execution in all areas has left us no choice but to include the film in the official selection. May your movie motivate many more women to capture great ideas on film.