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Descendance
The North Face
Project Info
DESCENDANCE is Dennis’ story—the story of a kid who, in the town where he was born and raised, had to answer the question, “Where are you really from?” It’s a story of identity, everyday racism and self-discovery, as Dennis seeks to define himself not only as a skier, but as a Black man who’s spent his life in predominantly white spaces.
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Awards:
Sports Emmys 2024 – Outstanding Camera Work Long Form
Banff Mountain Film Festival – Special Jury Mention
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival – Best Mountain Culture Film
Teton Climbers Coalition ALPINFILM 2024 – Jury’s choice
iF3 Montreal – Film of the Year
iF3 Montreal – Best Cinematography
iF3 Montreal – Best Storytelling
High Five Festival – Jury Special Prize
Dolomiti Film Festival – Best Documentary on Mountain Inclusiveness
Yeti Film Festival – Best Feature Documentary
Yeti Film Festival – Best Documentary Filmmaking
European Short Awards 2024 – Winner in European Short Documentary
Credits
director. Michael Haunschmidt
co-director. Mathias Kögel
executive producer & content developer. Phil Young
producer. Daniel Schiessl
art direction & animations. Fabian Fuchs
music and sound-design. Matthias Müller
sound-mix. Martin Rohrmoser
colorist. Manuel Portschy
directors of photography. Michael Haunschmidt & Mathias Kögel
editors. Michael Haunschmidt & Mathias Kögel
A film by The North Face
Produced by Legs of Steel
