In the heart of Chamonix, the Vox cinema is the venue for all film screenings.
Matinées start at 5.30pm, and film evenings at 8.30pm.
Please note that only theatre 2 is wheelchair accessible.
The best of the mountains
This year’s selection of 18 films was chosen from 150 films submitted, including 14 French premieres and 5 exclusives. Filmmakers and athletes will be on hand during the screenings to share their work and experiences.
A film and panel discussion at 5:30 pm
New for 2025, at 5.30pm film-debate sessions combining one or two films with a panel discussion on relevant subjects.
The environment, ecology, disability and mental health, changing practices, perspectives on the mountains… all themes that impact our mountain community.
Outdoor cinema, Parc Couttet
9 p.m. – Free entry
Friday 13th and Saturday 14th June,enjoy films screened in the iconic setting of Parc Couttet. With guests and filmmakers present, bring a blanket and immerse yourself in mountain tales in a mountain setting.
Awards
Five prizes are awarded during the festival.
Grand Prize
The film of the year! The work that combines oustanding technical and narrative qualities, with the three themes of the festival: mountains, adventure and culture.
Jury Special Award
The jury have the freedom to award this prize according to their own criteria, to the film they consider remarkable, unique, surprising, spectacular…
Best Storytelling
A film with an outstanding narrative, bringing together all the elements of filmmaking to tell an exceptional story.
Alpine Mag Award
The Alpine Mag Award recognises a standout sporting achievement, captured in a film of outstanding quality.
Audience Award
This award is voted for by the public – with an opportunity to vote at the end of each evening’s film screenings.
Our trophies
Each year our festival trophies are created by renowned visual artist and mountaineer, Andy Parkin. These unique pieces are crafted from materials Andy retrieves on his forays into the mountains.
