Mountainfilm Intro by Lucy Lerner

This film explores expressions of reciprocity in the Cherokee world, brought to life through a story told by an elder and first language speaker. circles the intersection of tradition, language, land and a commitment to maintaining balance. This film was created in collaboration with independent artists from both the Cherokee Nation and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

ᎤᏕᏲᏅ (What They’ve Been Taught)

In the shrinking Amazonian jungles of Brazil, an urgent, high-stakes struggle for survival is playing out for the indigenous Uru-eu-wau-wau tribe. First contacted in the 1980s, the hunter-gatherer group currently numbers just around 200 members. As the tribe works to protect its former isolation, the younger tribesmen are unafraid to embrace technology in order to fight the forces of cultural genocide. By being taught to document their struggle with cameras and drones, they finally gain agency over how their own story is told.

The Territory

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Mountainfilm’s programming showcases stories about environmental, cultural, climbing, political and social justice issues. Along with exceptional documentaries, the festival goes beyond film by bringing together world-class athletes, change makers and visionary artists for a multi-dimensional celebration of indomitable spirit. Our mission is to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.

These are all of your tickets. If you have an Ama Dablam, Festival Guest, Palmyra or Wasatch pass, your personal ticket will be automatically linked to your pass. *You must wear your pass to be admitted into the venue. Arrive at the theater 30 minutes before the start of the program. 

6 Pack Pass

After the Fest Online Pass*

Online Household Pass

Online Individual Pass

Palmyra BOGO Pass 

Patron Pass

Student (K-12) Palmyra Pass

Wasatch Pass

Wasatch pass for seniors 80+

None available

2025 Festival Passes

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Mountainfilm is a documentary film festival using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. Join us online from May 31 to June 7, 2022.

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