"Mountainfilm" is an annual documentary film festival that showcases culturally rich, adventure-packed, and incredibly inspiring nonfiction stories about environmental, cultural, climbing, and political issues that matter. This year the festival takes place at the Leura Hills Eastman Performing Arts Center on Thursday, May 3, at 7 p.m.
Along with exceptional documentaries, the festival goes beyond the film medium by bringing together people who value outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship for a multi-dimensional celebration of worthy causes.
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