Mountain Filming

Don't miss out on the latest self-shot cycling film by Louis Citadelle, an esteemed filmmaker and dedicated French cyclist. Louis is no stranger to the world of documenting top-tier racers on the competitive World Cup Circuit, yet he's embarked on a distinct journey in recent years, steering away from the fast-paced arena of professional competitions. Instead, he's delved into a more intimate and expressive form of storytelling that encapsulates a profound affinity between the natural world and the humble bicycle. Mountain Filming Louis's latest cinematic venture, titled "Canvas," ventures into the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Alpean mountains enveloping Chamonix, Samoens, and his hometown of Morzine, France. His approach diverges from the conventional, marked by a deliberate and solitary process of filming . Each frame meticulously captures his solitary bicycle amidst the sweeping alpine forests and the rugged contours of the mountains, showcasing his uni...

In the most untouched and extreme natural surroundings, one's perception of time can undergo a transformation. As a character in T.S. Eliot's "The Waste Land" expressed, "In the mountains, there you feel free." Time becomes less rigid, a constraint less binding. In Thomas Salvador's film "The Mountain ," directed and starred in by Salvador himself, the concept of time is explored in a way that challenges one's customary understanding of it. The film invites viewers to surrender to its deliberate pace, diverging significantly from the swift rhythms prevalent in contemporary cinema, especially within genres, although "The Mountain" itself defies easy categorization. It's a movie that thrives on minimal explanation, leaving much to discovery. Mountain Filming The narrative of "The Mountain" commences with Pierre, portrayed by Salvador, a poised and attractive middle-aged man, seemingly leading a conventional life in his...