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CrutchKillerhaha figures first trick is one of the cleanest lip 2's to switch ever. No need for brogan to come back now
but holy shit this is one of the best urban parts ever, easily
LiteraturePersonally, I see the plot as allegory: the woman represents the attraction and sexiness of what skiing urban can mean--the cool image, the gritty lifestyle, the confidence of riding out something difficult. But as the film develops, so does the relationship with that seductivity--it becomes violent towards the beholder, and fights back. Perhaps the encounter with the bear means that the capriciousness of what the woman represents encounters forces that are much more stately and powerful in skiers who are committed to urban--determination, endurance, etc. The masks could allude to the dual nature of how professional skiers are seen, and how that can feel like wearing a mask.
I don't have a film degree, so I'd be curious to hear other people's thoughts about the story and what it means.
LiteratureAmazing skiing.
Initially, I was pretty frustrated with the use of the woman--this is skiing, not soft core. Women's bodies aren't simply props to keep people interested in skiing.
But after finishing the flick, I find myself more intrigued by the plot. This isn't simply urban and chauvenism. There's a lot to think about, and it's really heartening to see that skiers and filmmakers want to add both complexity and backstory to what they're doing. In pieces like this, finishing a ski segment becomes not just about digesting the level of skiing, but also interpreting the statement made by the whole film as a piece of art. Hell yeah.
Personally, I see the plot as allegory: the woman represents the attraction and sexiness of what skiing urban can mean--the cool image, the gritty lifestyle, the confidence of riding out something difficult. But as the film develops, so does the relationship with that seductivity--it becomes violent towards the beholder, and fights back. Perhaps the encounter with the bear means that the capriciousness of what the woman represents encounters forces that are much more stately and powerful in skiers who are committed to urban--determination, endurance, etc. The masks could allude to the dual nature of how professional skiers are seen, and how that can feel like wearing a mask.
I don't have a film degree, so I'd be curious to hear other people's thoughts about the story and what it means.
Props to Vila for pushing the story and the skiing. This is the sort of segment that pushes skiing and ski filmmaking forward.
LiteratureAmazing skiing.
Initially, I was pretty frustrated with the use of the woman--this is skiing, not soft core. Women's bodies aren't simply props to keep people interested in skiing.
But after finishing the flick, I find myself more intrigued by the plot. This isn't simply urban and chauvenism. There's a lot to think about, and it's really heartening to see that skiers and filmmakers want to add both complexity and backstory to what they're doing. In pieces like this, finishing a ski segment becomes not just about digesting the level of skiing, but also interpreting the statement made by the whole film as a piece of art. Hell yeah.
Personally, I see the plot as allegory: the woman represents the attraction and sexiness of what skiing urban can mean--the cool image, the gritty lifestyle, the confidence of riding out something difficult. But as the film develops, so does the relationship with that seductivity--it becomes violent towards the beholder, and fights back. Perhaps the encounter with the bear means that the capriciousness of what the woman represents encounters forces that are much more stately and powerful in skiers who are committed to urban--determination, endurance, etc. The masks could allude to the dual nature of how professional skiers are seen, and how that can feel like wearing a mask.
I don't have a film degree, so I'd be curious to hear other people's thoughts about the story and what it means.
Props to Vila for pushing the story and the skiing. This is the sort of segment that pushes skiing and ski filmmaking forward.
UFOsarerealI thought it was about how he left his girlfriend at home to go shred & she started to lose it.
LiteratureAmazing skiing.
Initially, I was pretty frustrated with the use of the woman--this is skiing, not soft core. Women's bodies aren't simply props to keep people interested in skiing.
But after finishing the flick, I find myself more intrigued by the plot. This isn't simply urban and chauvenism. There's a lot to think about, and it's really heartening to see that skiers and filmmakers want to add both complexity and backstory to what they're doing. In pieces like this, finishing a ski segment becomes not just about digesting the level of skiing, but also interpreting the statement made by the whole film as a piece of art. Hell yeah.
Personally, I see the plot as allegory: the woman represents the attraction and sexiness of what skiing urban can mean--the cool image, the gritty lifestyle, the confidence of riding out something difficult. But as the film develops, so does the relationship with that seductivity--it becomes violent towards the beholder, and fights back. Perhaps the encounter with the bear means that the capriciousness of what the woman represents encounters forces that are much more stately and powerful in skiers who are committed to urban--determination, endurance, etc. The masks could allude to the dual nature of how professional skiers are seen, and how that can feel like wearing a mask.
I don't have a film degree, so I'd be curious to hear other people's thoughts about the story and what it means.
Props to Vila for pushing the story and the skiing. This is the sort of segment that pushes skiing and ski filmmaking forward.
unknowndeathI think you're right on with your analysis, but let's be real here: I don't give half a shit.
The skiing was as good as any I have ever seen. Clayton's tech game is pretty crazy, but it's nicely balanced by a really clean style and eye for big shit. Props. Not much creativity, but who needs it when you're that fucking good.
I just really don't care for all this artsy side-plot bullshit. If you guys want to pursue filmmaking, do so, but don't waste my time with some over-the-top hollywood music video filler, pushing the length of the video to almost 10 minutes and slowing the pace, when it could have been banger after banger for 4 minutes. If I wanted to watch a girl stab a teddy bear and think "waoww, this is so creative and thought inspiring," I would watch an electro house music video.
Final grade: A-
I was really pleased with the skiing, filming, and editing of the skiing sections. (the fight with the security guard; fuck yes!!) The extra shit was just sort of sexy and erotic and didn't really add much to the skiing in my opinion. I did like the Bill Strobeck-esque double-P.I.P. though in the first scene. Either way, cut out the extra shit, and you've got a 100
LiteraturePersonally, I see the plot as allegory: the woman represents the attraction and sexiness of what skiing urban can mean--the cool image, the gritty lifestyle, the confidence of riding out something difficult. But as the film develops, so does the relationship with that seductivity--it becomes violent towards the beholder, and fights back. Perhaps the encounter with the bear means that the capriciousness of what the woman represents encounters forces that are much more stately and powerful in skiers who are committed to urban--determination, endurance, etc. The masks could allude to the dual nature of how professional skiers are seen, and how that can feel like wearing a mask.
Brocka_FlockaI hope PETA doesn't see this video...
hpbubskiNotice how the shot at 5:10 we only see it once in the film and he doesn't land it ? Why would he put in in the film then ? Like the shot is gnarly as hell but I don't know is it just me ?
unknowndeathI don't think PETA gets too upset over the abuse of teddy bears.
