FILM SCREENINGS

UN-DEFINE FEMININE

No Man’s Land Film Festival is breaking down national and international borders with their 2024 Flagship Festival — aimed to becoming an international voice for those of underrepresented genders in adventure, sport and film, including women, non-binary folks, and trans men.

No Man’s Land Film Festival (NMLFF) is the premier all-women adventure film festival based out of Denver, Colorado and on tour internationally. In its sixth year, No Man’s Land Film Festival has reached audiences in nearly every U.S. state and has breached international borders with events ranging from Canada to Australia. NMLFF has celebrated the full scope of female athletes and adventurers, looking to un-define what it means to be a woman in adventure, sport and film. NMLFF champions women with grit, hustle, determination, and boundless passion, investing them with the respect, support, and media recognition they deserve.

OUR MISSION

 Through human collaboration, No Man’s Land strives to continue implementing and inspiring change in the outdoor, sport and film industries, while cultivating a deep interest in exploring the vastness of the planet from a woman’s point of view and other identities outside of the gender binary, including non-binary folks and trans men, as well. The NMLFF mission transcends the films presented, acting as a platform for powerful and progressive movement in the outdoor industry.

No Man’s Land continues to champion women athletes, storytellers and creatives who find inspiration and motivation through adventure, sport and film. NMLFF celebrates and uplifts gender diverse identities and is committed to creating a safe and inclusive space that champions the experiences of women, non-binary people, and trans men. While the name may sound exclusive, No Man’s Land encourages all genders to attend. Beyond the No Man’s Land’s mission, the films are a strong curation and representation of true outdoor adventure film.

 Unseen Peaks 

After enduring discrimination and trauma due to her blindness, Addie seeks freedom through skiing, ice climbing, and rock climbing, facing both the challenges of these activities and the need for acceptance within the outdoor community as a disabled person

23.4 Degrees

Journey with professional skier Anna Segal across the valleys, forests, boulder fields and mountain summits of British Columbia, as she explores her affinity with seasonal change, and the role it plays in connecting our modern lifestyle to the natural world.

The Destiny of a Sherpa Woman

Step by step. To the rhythm of Yangji's sure and steady pace, we walk through her life journey, as she returns after many years of absence to the poor village in the Everest region where she grew up. She who turned her back on the mountain as a teenager in the hope of escaping the misery that reigns in the valley of her childhood never thought she would come back, and even less so with the title of mountain guide. This portrait is part of a series entitled 'Altitudes' which explores the many facets of the relationship between man and mountain across the world and cultures.

Rachel Maia - Back to Real Rock

Rachel Māia is mum to three amazing kids, a New Zealand para-climber and Macpac ambassador. She placed 4th at the 2018/19 World Champs. Last year, on the anniversary of her amputation, she completed her first outdoor climb in 20 years. 

Apayauq

Apayauq Reitan's journey to become the first out transgender woman to complete the legendary Iditarod sled dog race. 

Raised by Sand & Salty Water

Raised by Sand & Salty Water" is a short documentary co-directed by David Corrochano and Daniel Simon, featuring Wafa Heboul, a Moroccan skater girl from Taghazout. The film explores Wafa's inspiring life story and how skateboarding has shaped her journey, while also highlighting the broader influence of skateboarding and surfing in Arabic culture.

Ascend

Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli and Rabia Hussain had a fair amount of latitude for women in Afghanistan, able to pursue their education, go to work, and explore hobbies and interests. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit organization teaching leadership and rock climbing to women, gave them the chance to test their personal and cultural limits and explore themountains of their home country. But when the Taliban took over in August 2021, Ascend became their one chance to escape a regime that would restrict their freedoms and future.