Following the screening of the feature doc Sherpa, join Lakpa onstage in conversation with Eileen Bistrisky, talking about life amongst the biggest mountains on earth. Guest speaker Lakpa Sherpa
Date/Time: Feb 16 2017, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
North Vancouver, Centennial Theatre | Event calendarCost: $19.00
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VIMFF is celebrating 20 years so this the biggest festival ever featuring 31 shows and hosting 32 inspiring speakers! See some of the most jaw-dropping mountain adventures and hear incredible stories from around the world at the 20th Annual Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival.
Guest Speakers:
Lakpa Sherpa: Possessing unparalleled expertise in the mountains, Lakpa’s climbing and guiding achievements are significant, with 15 summits of Mt. Everest on over 23 expeditions.
Films:
Sherpa: Directed by Jennifer Peedom, USA, 2015, 96 minutes
This stunning documentary, shot by high-altitude cinematographer Renan Ozturk, explores the unequal relationship between cashed-up foreign expeditions and their guides
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