The highly anticipated 17th Annual 5 Point Adventure Film Program is set to captivate audiences once again from April 24th to 28th, 2024, in Carbondale, Colorado. This yearly event celebrates the spirit of adventure through inspiring films and engaging community events. Thursday evening will feature New York Times bestselling author, Jedidiah Jenkins, as the host for opening night. The Saturday Changemakers program will bring professional rock climber and always entertaining personality, Timmy O’Neill, as host, and feature award-winning filmmaker Ben Knight’s new film, Mirasol, presented in collaboration with Aspen Valley Land Trust (AVLT).
TICKETS AND FESTIVAL PASSES
Tickets and passes are now on sale. Pass prices begin at $380. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening tickets are $50 each. The Changemakers program on Saturday morning is $35. Sunday’s Family Film Program is still “pay what you can”, free for children 12 and under. Visit www.5pointfilm.org.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS: 5 Point curates a reflective line-up of thought-leaders and influencers to lead panel discussions on topical subjects, trends or events shaping the outdoor world and the culture around visual storytelling, as well as free community events and parties that connect with the essence of 5 Point.
ART EXHIBITIONS AND INSTALLATIONS: The Festival kicks-off with an art exhibition at the Launchpad featuring the works of renowned adventurer and filmmaker, Renan Ozturk, and artist and surfer Tre’Lan Michael, both of whom have films in this year’s festival. Their artwork reflects their diverse backgrounds and creativity. Local artist Lara Whitley will be premiering an on-site installation at the Carbondale Rec Center. Nimbus reflects Lara’s interest in the recycling of materials and a renewable aesthetic in her work. Festival Artist Hugh McCormick, will showcase his unique visual style through a site-specific outdoor scene diorama at the Rec Center throughout the weekend.
BOOK READING JEDIDIAH JENKINS – MOTHER, NATURE:
Award winning NY Times best selling author and entrepreneur, Jedidiah Jenkins, will host a live book reading on Friday, April 26th at 11 a.m. at El Dorado. In his new book, Mother, Nature, Wilderness magazine editor Jenkins (To Shake the Sleeping Self) tackles his fraught relationship with his conservative mother in this affecting memoir.
DIRTBAG DIARIES – LIVE PODCAST: The original outdoor adventure podcast. Fitz Cahall, creator of the pioneering outdoor podcast the Dirtbag Diaries and co-founder of creative agency Duct Tape Then Beer will be joining 5 Point for a live recording of the influential podcast on Saturday, April 27th at 3:30 p.m. at El Dorado. The podcast is a collaboration between writers, photographers, artists and listeners to produce the types of stories that rarely find homes in the glossy pages of magazines.
5 POINT AFTER PARTY: Dance the night away at our Saturday After-Party featuring the electrifying band Rattlesnake Milk. Celebrate the spirit of community and camaraderie amidst a backdrop of pulsating rhythms and infectious energy. Tickets for the after party are on sale now.
TITLE PARTNER STIO PRESENTS THE THIRD ANNUAL ADVENTURE FILMMAKER PITCH EVENT: A central part of 5 Point’s mission is to nurture and support the next generation of adventure filmmakers. On Saturday, April 27th a jury will listen to five finalists present their projects for the chance to receive $15K and a festival premiere of their film in April 2025. This event is free and open to the public.
5 POINT 5K: Independence Run & Hike along with ValleyOrtho host the second annual 5K at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The race starts and finishes at Independence Run & Hike located at 901 Hwy 133 in Carbondale. Pre-registration is available online, with race packet pick-up at the Festival Box Office at the Carbondale Rec Center, April 25th and 26th. Day of registration takes place from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Entry fee is $10, free for Independence Pass Patrons. More details at www.5pointfilm.org.
5 POINT FAMILY DAY: Spend Sunday, April 28th with your family watching a fantastic film program starting at noon and top it off with a free scoop! Sundae Artisan Ice Cream will debut an exclusive new flavor – 5 Point Rocky Mountain Adventure! Sunday’s Family Film Program is “pay what you can”, free for children 12 and under.
5 POINT DIGITAL WALLET: Smart Media Technologies/FASTG8 has created a fan experience that provides the inside track to everything festival related. 5 Point has partnered with local businesses for exclusive perks for festival goers. Vote for the People’s Choice Film and be automatically entered for a chance to win a Yeti cooler or the Take it Easy Giveaway – a fabulous trip for two to the 2025 Flagship Festival that includes VIP passes, airfare, and lodging courtesy of Carbondale Tourism.
5 POINT GEAR GIVEAWAY: Support our Film Fund and Education Initiatives by entering for a chance to win the latest gear from our wonderful partners: Revel Bikes,
NRS, Stio, Yeti, Strafe Outerwear, Kahtoola and more. Grand prizes valued at over $5,000.
FESTIVAL FILM HIGHLIGHTS:
SLIDES ON THE MOUNTAIN: Slides on the Mountain follows Talon (17) and Riki (15), two brothers from the Lil’wat Nation, as they decide to ski Ts’zil and set off to learn the skills they need to ride the mountain safely. Their unique personalities shine as we follow them through the winter while their mentors and Lil’wat elders shed light on why it’s so significant for Lil’wat youth to be able to experience the mountains so deeply entrenched in their culture.
(Guests in attendance – Colorado premiere)
MOVING MOUNTAINS: Tre’lan, a young, Black man from Tulsa, seeks a new life and travels to a remote Hawaiian island, finding peace, for the first time, through connection to nature, and finding meaning, through a newfound love of the ocean & big wave surfing. What seems a pointless pursuit to most, now serves as his anchor in all of life’s challenges.
(Guests in attendance – world premiere – recipient of the inaugural Wading For Change BIPOC Filmmakers Grant)
MIRASOL, LOOKING AT THE SUN – Water is a finite resource — and an essential one. For farmers, it’s everything. In this poignant new film, award-winning filmmaker Ben Knight challenges us to think about land and water use in the West through an intimate portrait of a rural farming community in Pueblo, Colorado as they fight to protect their water and land, and in turn, their culture and livelihood. Presented by Aspen Valley Land Trust.
(Guests in attendance)
BEYOND NORMAL – In this intimate portrayal of resilience and self-discovery, professional surfer Becca Speak battles to reclaim her identity and return to the waves after a devastating brain injury suffered during a competition.
(Guests in attendance – Colorado premiere)
THREE GRANT RECIPIENT FILMS WILL ALSO PREMIERE DURING THE FESTIVAL. These films were generously supported by NRS, STIO and Fat Tire and promise to push the boundaries of storytelling and showcase the indomitable spirit of adventure.
FESTIVAL AWARDS: This year each film award winner will receive a $500 prize courtesy of festival partner Hence Creative. Hence is proud to support the 5 Point Film Festival and believes in the power of impactful storytelling.
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCH:
To enhance the attendee experience, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website, providing easy access to event schedules, film descriptions, purchasing tickets, and more. Visit http://www.5pointfilm.org to explore all the exciting new features.
PROUD RECIPIENT OF DOLA AWARD FROM NPI GRANT:
We are honored to announce that 5 Point has been selected as a recipient of the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Award from the Nonprofit Infrastructure (NPI) Grant. This award enabled 5 Point to update their branding, launch a new website and will help carry them forward into the next decade.
“The spirit of 5 Point has always been centered on building community and we are once again thrilled to offer audience experiences that go beyond the medium of film,” said 5 Point Film executive director, Luis Yllanes. “We are truly excited about the quality of the film programming that reflects even more diverse story-telling, subject matter, and filmmaker talent. We can’t wait to welcome our 5 Point audience together again.”
SPECIAL THANKS TO 5 POINT FILM SPONSORS AND PARTNERS:
Stio, NRS, FastG8, Aspen Daily News, Six Productions, TINCUP, Fat Tire, Garfield County, Alpine Bank, Coldwell Banker Mason Morse, Valley Ortho, Partake Brewing, Backbone Media, Hence Creative, Kahtoola, Town of Carbondale, El Dorado, The Hoffmann Hotel, Bristlecone Mountain Sports, Lulubelle, Amore Realty, Obermeyer Wood Investment Counsel, City of Aspen, Osmia, KDNK, Sundae Artisan Ice Cream, Bethel Party Rentals, Solar Flair Thermal Systems, Colorado Wildlife Council, YETI, Independence Run & Hike, Colorado Office of Film Television & Media, Kalamaya Goscha, Colorado Mountain College, Redstone Cliffs Lodge, Carbondale Tourism, Bodegon, Sopris Liquor & Wine, Aspen Valley Land Trust, Strafe Outerwear, Roaring Fork Insurance, Mountain Waste & Recycling, Thrift Shop of Aspen, Kenichi Woodworking, One Floor Up, Carbondale Arts, Valley Hopper, Colorado Dept. of Local Affairs, Yampah Valley Community Foundation and Phat Thai.
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Last Updated on April 9, 2024 by Brett Dawidowski
