After three decades of capturing the most breathtaking moments in adventure sports and pushing the boundaries of action filmmaking, Teton Gravity Research is ready to hand you the keys to the kingdom. Today, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of the TGR Dream Factory Digital Film Festival – our bold new platform designed to spotlight the next generation of filmmaking talent.

For thirty years, TGR has been synonymous with award-winning films that define what’s possible in adventure storytelling. From death-defying ski descents to heart-stopping mountain bike sequences, we’ve built our reputation on showcasing raw vision and uncompromising artistry. Now, we’re opening our doors – and our global distribution channels – to celebrate the incredible cinematographers, directors, and creators who are ready to make their mark.

This isn’t just another film festival. This is the main stage we built specifically for filmmakers like you, where authentic vision gets the recognition it deserves..

Our award categories celebrate every aspect of adventure filmmaking excellence:

Submissions drop October 1 and run through November 30, 2025—your window to show us what you’ve been filming all season. The Dream Factory Film Festival board will select the winners in early December following a fair and unbiased judging process to ensure every award is earned on merit alone. Then from January through March 2026, we’ll roll out the award-winning and hand-picked films in monthly waves so the whole community can watch your work light up the screens.

This festival is built for U.S. filmmakers and creators who live for the mountains, the ocean, and the stories that come from chasing lines and chasing light. You’ll need to be 18 or older to submit, and 21+ if you’re eyeing the Cruiser Award. Every entry has to be an original piece of work that vibes with TGR’s world—skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, surfing, climbing, or the cultural and environmental stories that ride alongside those adventures.

Films should run 5 to 30 minutes—hit us up if you’re close but not quite in the range—and must deliver crisp visuals and clean audio. Keep it core but keep it clean: no excessive nudity, graphic violence, hate speech, or illegal antics.

All submissions run exclusively through FilmFreeway, where you can find full tech specs and upload details waiting for you.

Bring your vision. We’ll bring the stage. Let’s show the world what the next generation of adventure filmmaking looks like.

We’re not just celebrating great filmmaking, we’re building a community around it.

When you submit to Dream Factory, you’re not just entering a competition – you’re plugging into TGR’s unmatched distribution network and three decades of industry credibility. Winners will see their work amplified across our global channels, reaching adventure enthusiasts, industry professionals, and film lovers worldwide.

Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker ready to make your mark or an amateur with raw talent and a killer story, The Dream Factory is your opportunity to join the TGR family.

For thirty years, we’ve been the platform where legends are made and boundaries are shattered. Now it’s your turn to show the world what you’ve got.

Your craft. Your vision. Our platform.

Submissions are now open – the stage is yours.