![]() ![]() Known for original, custom and branded content. Teton Gravity Research is regarded as one of the premier outdoor action, adventure, and exploration brands in the world. They are in development on a feature documentary on the global plastics epidemic with the Oceanic Preservation Society and director Louie Psihoyos (The Cove, Racing Extinction, The Game Changers). ![]() Liars & Thieves produced the recent documentaries Artifishal, commissioned by Patagonia Founder (Tribeca ‘19), and Purple Mountains, a film about legendary snowboarder, climate activist and founder of Protect Our Winters (POW) Jeremy Jones. Liars & Thieves is a full-service production company founded by director/producer Josh Murphy and Editor Collin Kriner and powered by creatives and producers who are passionate about stories, adventure, and people. For more information, visit ABOUT LIARS & THIEVES ![]() Founded in 2007 by professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones, POW is a community of athletes, scientists, creatives and business leaders advancing non-partisan policies that protect our world today and for future generations. Protect Our Winters is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps passionate outdoor people protect the places and lifestyles they love from climate change. The impact campaign is being directed by Sound Off Films.įor additional information or assets from Purple Mountains, p lease contact Lora Bodmer at 307.690.1630 or PROTECT OUR WINTERS The film is presented by Protect Our Winters, in partnership with Cliff Bar, the Manitou Fund and Sitka Gear. “This is Jeremy’s most cause based film to date, and it is amazing to have helped him bring it to life.” “Having worked with Jeremy on more than 35 films, we were super excited when he brought the initial Purple Mountains concept to us,” said Todd Jones, Teton Gravity Research. In 2007 Jeremy founded Protect Our Winters, a global cause uniting the winter sports community against climate change and was recognized in 2013 as a Champion of Change by President Barack Obama. Jones was named a 2013 National Geographic “Adventurer of the Year” and eleven times voted “Big Mountain Rider of the Year” by Snowboarder Magazine. Jeremy has starred in more than 50 snowboard films, including his highly acclaimed, human-powered snowboarding trilogy Deeper, Further and Higher produced by Teton Gravity Research. Jeremy Jones is widely regarded as one of the most legendary big mountain riders and explorers of all-time. “The film captures Jeremy’s evolutionĪs an athlete, activist, business owner and father, and follows him as he forges toward a common future where clean air, clean water and a healthy environment are the priority.” It’s about finding common ground through a shared love of the outdoors and sports,” says Murphy. “With the country more divided than ever on issues including climate change, Purple Mountains is a film about stepping outside of our political bubbles and truly listening. Find screenings, RSVP for access to the world premiere, and starting on Sept 17 stream the film for free at . Purple Mountains premieres in a special online event followed by a live Q&A with Jones and Murphy on Wednesday, September 16 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. With emotion set against breathtaking backdrops, Purple Mountains navigates America’s divide with a refreshing perspective: even though we may disagree about climate policy, our shared values and love of outdoor sports have the power to unite us. He learns their hopes and fears, while walking a mile in their shoes. Motivated to protect the places he loves, Jeremy sets out on a physical and philosophical journey to find common ground with others who live to play outdoors across diverse political backgrounds. But, over the course of his 45 years, he’s seen things change: more extreme weather, fewer snow days and economic strain on mountain towns. Jones has an intimate relationship with the outdoors, which are his escape and where his legacy is rooted. What I’m searching to learn in this film is ‘Why is that ask so polarizing?’” With climate action we’re simply asking for policies that offer clean air, clean water and a sustainable future for all people. “So I decided there’s only one way to find out to meet my neighbors and other people who love the outdoors as much as I do and head outside to find where we agree and how we can move forward. We’re still all Americans at the core,” said Jones. “I’ve always wondered if we’re really as divided as they say we are. ![]()
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