Camp 4 CollectiveAdventure filmmakers big and small have more tools than ever for producing their work in the wilderness, thanks in part to the continuous improvements of camera equipment and filmmaking technology. Of course, the vision wouldn’t be anything without the dedicated creativity put forth by the storytellers — the writers, directors, cinematographers, editors, and producers. Lastly, and perhaps the most important aspect of the backstory, is the audience that eagerly awaits every web video, feature film or documentary release with open eyes, ears and wallets. Without further ado, and in no particular order, here is a selection of adventure videos and films that made an impact. Hopefully, they inspire your own adventures in 2012, or at least prove a very entertaining half-hour tour… by way of couch.
By Justin Gural
Web Videos
Darkside Of The Lens
Category: Surfing
The Celtic Sea, tucked away in the northeast corner of the Atlantic Ocean, produces some of Ireland’s biggest and coldest surf –especially in the fall or winter when the swell takes true form. Surfing these waves breeds its own hefty sense of self-righting, and as “Darkside of the Lens” cinematically brings to light, so does documenting these waves. Photographer Mickey Smith narrated his story aptly, and the imagery is both artful and menacing. In his own words, “I want to see wave riding documented the way I see it in my head, and the way I feel it in the sea.”
Film by Mickey Smith and Allan Wilson. Produced by Astray Films