“McConkey,” a 90-minute documentary to be released in 2013, is a heartfelt examination of the legacy one athlete left to the progression of his sports, and the path he paved to conquer his dreams. Shane McConkey is revered as the pioneer of freeskiing and ski base jumping, and through his talent and unique outlook on life, he inspired countless lives. In a new film from Red Bull Media House in association with Matchstick Productions, “McConkey” celebrates the life of one of the world’s ultimate innovators
Cinematography
Stunning POV footage that invented modern action sports filming.
Direction
Five directors somehow make one cohesive, intimate portrait.
Production
Red Bull at its peak — before it became a meme.
Director
Scott Gaffney
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Shane's father Jim was a legendary Canadian ski racer who initially disapproved of his son's 'clowning' — their reconciliation arc is the film's hidden backbone.
McConkey essentially created the 'pro skier' career path; before him, sponsorships were for racers, not park rats jumping off cliffs.
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