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SUMMARY:Mountainfilm on Tour 2026: Indomitable Spirit Medley
DESCRIPTION:Gorton Center and Lake Forest Open Lands present… Indomitable Spirit Medley!\nSocial impact and exciting stories that include hiking\, climbing\, running\, all in one program! This collection of short films tells stories of those who did not give up\, back down\, or let their challenges define them. Come enjoy an eclectic film program right here in our John and Nancy Hughes Theater! \nConsider purchasing a festival pass to enjoy everything the weekend has to offer! \nExperience Winterfest: Après-Ski Vibes\, Food\, Music\, and Fun!\nFeel the cozy winter vibes at Gorton by diving into the festive atmosphere of Winterfest\, a free event included with your Mountainfilm on Tour ticket! Transport yourself to an alpine escape in the ‘Stuart Ski Lodge’\, where the charm of a ski chalet meets lively entertainment and delicious bites. \nHere’s What’s Happening in the Stuart Ski Lodge \n\nLive Acoustic Music – Enjoy live music while you soak in the après-ski vibe\nCraft Libations – Enjoy craft brews and signature “ski-style” cocktails for purchase\nFood Trucks – Featuring something for everyone!\n\nStuart Ski Lodge Hours on Saturday are 3:30- 7:30 PM \nDress in your coolest après-ski apparel\, grab a drink and hang out with friends in our warm and welcoming lodge. Whether you’re refueling after the short films or gearing up for the medley\, Winterfest has everything you need for an unforgettable evening. \nDinner plans? Done.\nAprès-ski experience? Perfect.\nMountainfilm on Tour Festival? Totally Rocks. \nCome for the films\, stay for the fun! \nIndomitable Spirit Medley films: \nAbout Damn Time\nIn 1983\, Cindell “Dellie” Dale talked her way onto her first commercial river trip through the Grand Canyon. Like many women in the industry at the time\, her place was in the kitchen. But determined to push against the tide of a male-dominated river-running world\, she earned her spot on the oars and became one of the Grand Canyon’s legendary dory guides. Inspired by the trailblazing women before her\, Dale is now proudly passing the oars to a new generation\, declaring\, “It’s about damn time.”\nUSA/ Duration: 24 min\nDirected by: Dana Romanoff \nAnd Again.\nIconic freestyle skier and Winter X Games champion Bobby Brown struggles to hold onto his identity after being sidelined by two injuries. Brown learns to give up the grind as he transitions to the next chapter where he is grateful for small moments and a life that still includes skiing. \nUSA/ Duration: 10 min\nDirected by: Wiley Kaupas \nEarth Works  \nCeramicist Kim Hall draws similarities between her craft and her favorite hobby: desert rock climbing. Earthworks takes viewers on a visual journey into the parallel process of carefully placing gear in cracks and meticulously crafting a piece of functional art. \nUSA/ Duration: 5 min\nDirected by: Rachel Ross \nPastrana\n \nWhile reliving memories and images\, downhill skateboarder Melissa Brogni endeavors to create a tribute to her friend\, Pastrana. As she retrieves the past with the assistance of her friends\, Pastrana’s inherent presence helps her fill the silence left behind and gain a deeper understanding of time. \nBrazil/ Duration: 14 min\nDirected by: Gabriel Motta\, Melissa Brogni \nCenter Punch\nThe green light is a special occurrence in the San Juan backcountry\, so when local riders Harry Kearney\, Timmy Taussing and Hagen Kearney had it during the spring of 2024\, they got sprung. Center Punch is the culmination of the footage gathered from an extraordinary two weeks of foot-powered snowboarding in Telluride’s backyard. \n\n\nUSA/ Duration: 3 min\nDirected by: Harry Kearney\, Timmy Taussig \n\n\nThe Life We Have\nWhat would you do if death felt just steps away? For Rob Shaver\, who has faced multiple stage-four cancer recurrences over the past two decades — death has felt like an ever-present shadow. The Life We Have captures Shaver’s resilience\, wisdom and deep appreciation for life\, as he navigates his latest battle with the disease. \nUSA/ Duration: 24 min\nDirected by: Sam Price-Waldman \nSaving Superman\nIn a small suburb outside of Chicago lives Jonathan\, a 57-year-old man with ASD (autism spectrum disorder)\, also known as “Superman.” Known for his heroic actions\, Jonathan is a revered member of the Glen Ellyn community and has been a staple in the 4th of July Parade for nearly 30 years. Jonathan’s living circumstances become threatened\, and his\ncommunity comes together when Superman needs saving. \nUSA/ Duration: 11 min\nDirected by: Adam Oppenheim\, Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian \nSee Like Me\n \nBlind children are often born with perfect pitch and a natural aptitude for music. In 1980\, music programs were cut from schools in the U.S.\, and access to music for such uniquely talented musicians was nearly lost. A music school\, founded in 2020 to help fill the void\, has changed the lives of musically gifted blind children. \nUSA/ Duration: 6 min\nDirected by: Kate Brantley\, Ben Lalande\, Sarah Hughen \nShanti Rides Shotgun\nOn Manhattan’s jam-packed streets\, New York City’s most iconic driving instructor prepares students to navigate the road ahead. With a brash attitude and a 99% drivers test pass rate for her students\, Shanti Gooljar is the most-requested instructor at the Empire State Driving School. \nUSA/ Duration: 8 min\nDirected by: Charles Frank \nGoochie\n \nAdaptive mountain biking has been gaining traction worldwide over the past few years\, but its true potential is just getting started. Filmed at the Whistler Mountain Bike Park in British Columbia\, Canada on the unceded territories of the Lil’wat Nation and Squamish Nation\, Goochie spreads the stoke about a growing sport that’s rewriting the rules of the trail. \nCanada/ Duration: 3 min\nDirected by: Cole Bernier\, Adam Price \nBridgers\nTwo Bozeman-based ski patrollers reflect on the rapid changes facing their home and the sport they love. With 50 seasons under his belt\, Dene Brandt regards the future with an optimism that infects his younger co-worker. \nCanada/ Duration: 12 min\nDirected by: Joseph Fletcher
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mountainfilm-2026-indomitable-spirit-medley/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Festivals,Film
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