The film chronicles the extraordinary journey of the renowned De Le Rue family: Xavier, a seven-time World Champion; his younger brother Victor, a three-time World Champion; and Mila, Xavier?s 18-year-old daughter, embarking on her first big expedition. Together, they set sail across the infamous Drake Passage, a rite of passage in itself, before arriving at the breathtaking and treacherous white continent of Antarctica.
Against
a backdrop of unimaginably steep, icy descents rising from the ocean, towering
seracs, pods of orcas, and bustling penguin colonies, the family confronts the
extremes of nature in a place where rescue is not an option. For Xavier and
Victor, Antarctica offers an exhilarating playground of first descents, but for
Mila, it?s an intimidating and transformative initiation into big-mountain free
riding. Through personal diaries, the film captures her intimate thoughts as
she confronts her fears and grows into her role on this adventure.
This
is more than a film about extreme sports?it?s a celebration of discovery,
courage, and the passing of the torch to the next generation. Set against the
awe-inspiring beauty of Antarctica, it showcases the universal themes of
family, mentorship, and embracing the unknown in the ultimate voyage of a
lifetime.
Directed by J?r?me Tanon