Location
Woolwich Works, London
Price
£25, incl. VAT & booking fees.
Duration
3 hrs
Date details
17th Oct 2024 – 17th Oct 2024

An inspiring evening of adventure and outdoor films that highlight the grit, diversity, challenges and triumphs of adventure’s lesser-known tales.

Event Summary

Adventure Uncovered and Blue Earth Summit team up for a second time, bringing the Adventure Uncovered Film Festival back to Woolwich Works, London on Thursday, October 17th at 7pm.

Want to be part of a creative movement for change?

From snowsport activism and the healing power of cold water swimming and blue health, to climbing, surfing and mission-driven adventures the evening is set to inspire and light a spark in all of us!

What to expect

  • New and unseen films from Protect our Winters, Blue Marine Foundation, Patagonia, Shit Film Fest and much much more...
  • Short Q&As with activists, filmmakers, cast and directors will feature, all designed to inspire and motivate us all
  • Food and drink will be available throughout the evening, arrive early to get first dibs!

2023 films

Directed by James Saunders

In 2022 alone there have been over 300 anti LGBTQ+ bills proposed in various states across the country. Refusing to sit idly by, trans trail runner Perry Cohen (he/him) formed a team of fellow runners who identify as trans men with an aim to compete in races in states proposing and passing hatefu...

The film "Bognor Fishing – Back from the Brink" tells the story of Clive Mills, a fisherman from Bognor Regis. He wants to bring back the town's fishing traditions. Clive stopped fishing in 1999 because of the decline in catch. Now, he is back to rebuild the fishing community. He is working with...

Directed by Pip Piper

Jo In The Water: one woman’s fight to save our seasA feature documentary in the making, in collaboration with @surfersagainstsewage and @riveractionuk.“The sea is an amenity that is available to all of us and every single one of us has the right to swim in that sea as often as we like. I’ve had t...

Directed by Aletta Harrison

A small group of English cold-water swimmers takes on industry and the government over the misuse of a loophole allowing the discharge of raw sewage into coastal waters. Cold-water swimmer Ed Acteson gives a shit about water pollution. Two years ago, this resident of Whitstable, a town on England...

Directed by dryrobe®

One talented, big wave surfer who has found his home in 'The Emerald Isle' is Taz Knight. Growing up in North Devon, Taz is passionate about the extreme surf found there. This short film follows up him to understand what he loves about the Irish coast and why he perseveres with the intense condit...

Directed by Hannah Bailey

In the Scottish Highlands, the word “thrawn” means “stubborn,” but in a good way. It’s a virtuous struggle to make the most of what’s available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna was raised on thrawn, and she has spent her life pushing the boundaries of her sport while advocating for the pe...

Directed by Euan Robinson

The uncertain future of skiing in Scotland has inspired Jamie Kunka to make sustainable skis out of wood. Based in his cabin in the Scottish Highlands, Jamie is the last ski maker in Scotland. Jamie began teaching himself how to make his wooden skis after watching a Vimeo Staff Pick by Wyatt Visu...

02:29
Directed by Luke Hill-Norton

​​"Libertad" follows Adrián, a boy with limited opportunities from the northern Peruvian town of Cerrito de la Virgen. He discovers surfing through a local non-profit organisation ‘Surf Cerrito’, which he learns to balance with his difficult personal life. His relationship with the ocean is const...

Directed by Brooke Raines

WEEKLONG follows the transformative journey of foster and underserved young adults as they embark on an ambitious mission to summit one of Southern California's most grueling peaks – San Gorgonio. This deeply human story explores each participant's inner and outer experiences during their first w...

00:30
Directed by Huw James

"DOWNSTREAM" is a joint science and film project that explores these far-reaching effects. The film follows Juliette, a French Hydro-Ecologist who grew up in the shadow of Chamonix's retreating glaciers. She embarks on a global journey, from the vineyards of Switzerland to the slalom rivers of No...

Directed by Jon Moy

An ambitious world’s first in global ski mountaineering, and an exploratory documentary investigating catastrophic deglaciation and its effects within the wider climate emergency. Our aim is to become the first people to climb and ski the tallest mountain on each of the seven continents - from Ki...

Directed by Matilda Thompson

Seb, a Surf Therapy Journey is a heartwarming short documentary about a charismatic 12-year-old with ADHD and autism who embarks on a six-week surf therapy course. Ride the waves of Seb’s infectious personality as we follow him on his journey of self-discovery, aided by the unwavering support of...

Schedule

18:30

Register and check-in early, grab a drink and/or a bite to eat!

19:00

Opening by our host Ellie Mackay, Science Communicator & Filmmaker

Miles to Go

Bognor Fishing - Back from the Brink

Jo in the Water + Live Q&A

Cutting the Crap + Live Q&A

Chasing Emerald Waves - Taz Knight | dryrobe®

Thrawn - A Stubbornly Scottish Snow Film + Live Q&A

The Last Ski Maker in Scotland

20:15

Drinks, quick snacks & chats!

20:30

Host Ellie Mackay to introduce 2nd half of the evening

Libertad - PREMIERE + Live Intro

WEEKLONG

Downstream - PREMIERE + Live Q&A

The Last Ride Project + Live Intro

Seb, A Surf Therapy Journey

21:55

Films end, charity raffle prize draw!

22:00

Close

'The films were not only stunning and inspiring, they really made me aware of so much good happening in the world.'

Kim iPhone Filmmaker

Sponsor

Dryrobe

Organisers & Charity Partner

Blue Earth Summit, Bristol
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