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202073 minGdocumentary

Make Believe

202073 minGdocumentary

For 25 years, TGR has pursued the ethos of “live the dream,” capturing the lives of athletes dedicated to mountain sports and adventure.

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Jon Klaczkiewicz

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For 25 years, TGR has pursued the ethos of “live the dream,” capturing the lives of athletes dedicated to mountain sports and adventure.

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Jon Klaczkiewiczdirector

Ian McIntosh

Ian McIntoshcast

Griffin Postcast

Kai Jones

Nick McNutt

Nick McNuttcast

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A skier stands on a mountain peak, gazing at untouched powder. For 25 years, Teton Gravity Research (TGR) has pursued the ethos of “live the dream.” The film "Make Believe" follows athletes who embrace mountain life and chase their dreams. It features their adventures, from local powder stashes to first descents on unnamed peaks. Directed by Jon Klaczkiewicz, the 73-minute documentary captures the passion and commitment of those dedicated to their sport.

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