Descent is a film about David Murray, a member of Canada’s National Ski Team. It shows the less glamorous aspects of training for the World Cup Downhill race, the tension prior to the event, and Murray’s mixed feelings when it is all over. The camera records a spectacular slow-motion fall, and speeds that would not appeal to your average highway patrol. Murray comes across as a skillful, courageous and dedicated athlete, and a very likeable guy at that. Sound film without commentary. Film without words.
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ACMI Identifier
002711
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Skis and skiing - Training
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Ski racing
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Skiers - Canada
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Skis and skiing - Training
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Sports
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)