Mountains of the Moon

Mountains of the Moon

Without darkness, we can’t see the light. In Mountains of the Moon, world-renowned artist and skier Chris Benchetler explores the unseen connections between sport, life, music, and the living earth—set to the timeless tunes of the Grateful Dead. Captured almost entirely at night using cutting-edge cinematography, lasers, animation, and projection mapping, the film leads viewers on a surreal journey through ocean, river, and mountain landscapes. The world’s greatest athletes, adventurers, and thinkers appear as luminous figures, navigating through the natural world.

Mountains of the Moon
  • MOUNTAINS OF THE MOON Feature

    Without darkness, we can’t see the light. In Mountains of the Moon, world-renowned artist and skier Chris Benchetler explores the unseen connections between sport, life, music, and the living earth—set to the timeless tunes of the Grateful Dead. Captured almost entirely at night using cutting-edg...