Bennett, an adventurous 9-year-old climber, embarks on a life-changing journey to Trentino, Italy, the land of her ancestors. Having climbed some of the most famous ranges in her home state of Wyoming, she’s no stranger to towering peaks. But this adventure is about more than just summiting mountains—it’s a journey to discover her roots and reconnect with her extended family after being separated for more than 100 years.
A scientist turned producer who got her start working as a scientific film consultant on documentaries. She now runs Burning Torch Productions with her partner Mark.
Mark Pedri
An expedition-based documentary filmmaker and writer from Southwestern Wyoming. In 2011 he founded Burning Torch Productions. His films have played at international festivals.
Awards
T4Future Award - Special mention
Ed. 2025
To the documentary most closely aligned with the theme of the festival. We were struck by the sensitivity with which it tells the story of the area and by an external perspective that succeeds in enhancing it: it is great to see someone come from outside and appreciate so deeply what we have to offer."
EUSALP Award. What keeps me here
Ed. 2025
For the intense interpretation of the passage and bond between generations. A story of lucky, necessary and courageous emigration to unknown places that are as magnificent as the mountains drawing the viewer to this compelling story. The excitement of discovery transmitted with naturalness and astonishment through the protagonist's eyes in the ritual ‘return to one’s roots’ and the respect for the mountains conveyed in artistic, at times poetic and moving ways, a value transcending the distance between countries and different landscapes, are particularly worthy of note.