Banff Mountain Film Festival 2006
Winner of Best Short Mountain Film
“Cobra Crack” Filmed by Paul Bride.
In this film, Canadian Sonnie Trotter free climbs Squamish’s 40-meter Cobra Crack in June 2006, after three years of work. It is currently recognized as the world’s hardest traditional climb.
“The film records an historic first ascent of the world’s hardest traditional climb, “says jury member Bill Noble. “It succeeds in
putting you in the place of the climber, capturing both the excitement of the attempt and his dedication to the sport.”
Carte Blanche Photography Book .1
Paul Bride, chosen for his editorial photography.
“Carte Blanche is a compendium of the best currently practicing Canadian photographers, selected by a jury of arts professionals nationwide. This showcase of work is an example of the talent that exists in Canada, rarely displayed together in one volume.”