Taking Shape | The North Face

British Columbia’s Coast Range was born by violent upheavals of tectonic plates and volcanic eruptions, carved by glacial flows, and endured great floods to give structure and form to some of the most diverse mountains in the world.

With world-class skiing and snowboarding to be had in its hills, these peaks draw adventure seekers to cut their teeth, push their edge, and test their mettle. Though the Sea to Sky region has graced the silver screen in countless snowsports movies, they’re known intimately by few. 

Those who dwell in the Coast Range’s shadow and source their daily inspiration from these cathedrals have a special magnetism to and affinity for this backcountry arena. 

Taking Shape is a short film presented by Forecast Ski and The North Face that tells the story of these mountains’ transformation, and the athletes who call them home.

Presented by: Forecast Ski & The North Face
Featuring: Alex Armstrong, Ben Poechman, Ian McIntosh, Janelle Yip, Leanne Pelosi, Myia Antone, Nick McNutt, Taylor Godber
Shot on Location at: Squamish, B.C., Whistler, B.C., Pemberton, B.C.
Executive Produced by: Jeff Schmuck
Produced by: Alex Armstrong
Principal Cinematography by: Graeme Meiklejohn
Additional Cinematography by: Max Horner, Mike Douglas, Jeff Keenan, CK9 Studios, Leo Hoorn, Connor Winton, Alex D'Agostino, Scotty Titterington, Sherpas Cinema, Teton Gravity Research
Illustrations by: Aga Iwanicka
Edited by: Clayton Larsen
Special Thanks to: Alexandra Desjardins, Dr. Holly Chubb, PhD, Bowie's Cinema Rentals, Dan Seguin / Ride Wrap