Ski Films: A Comprehensive Guide

Skiing in movies grew more prevalent in the 1930s, with World War II seeing skiing featured in a dozen films. The 1950s saw skiing explode in popularity, with filmmakers using scenes on snow-covered slopes for panoramic beauty and the thrill of the chase. The extreme sports era of the 1980s and 1990s brought snowboarding to the big screen. This first-ever critical history of skiing in film chronicles a century of alpine cinema, with production information and stories and quotes from directors, actors, and stuntmen.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2022
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Skiing has had a significant presence in movies, mirroring the sport's evolution and cultural shifts. Its popularity surged in the 1930s, initially reserved for the elite, with depictions reflecting advancements in technique, fashion, and social attitudes. During World War II, skiing was prominently featured in a dozen films that depicted the conflict. The postwar era of prosperity fueled the sport's explosive growth in the 1950s, with filmmakers capturing the breathtaking beauty of snow-covered slopes and the exhilarating pursuit of adventure. The 1960s and 1970s saw the downhill lifestyle permeate various genres, from spy thrillers to beach party romps. The 1980s and 1990s marked the era of extreme sports, with snowboarding making its mark on the big screen. This comprehensive critical history of skiing in film encompasses a century of alpine cinema, featuring production details, anecdotes, and insights from directors, actors, and stuntmen.

Weight: 151g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476672199