Ladies Behind the Lens

Shot on Sony FX6

The North Face presents : Ladies Behind The Lens. A film following the journey of five determined women delving into the world of adventure filmmaking for the first time. Supported by experienced mentors through a series of workshops and classic New Zealand backcountry missions, Ladies Behind The Lens pulls back the curtain for a candid, behind-the-scenes view of how the women navigate both triumphs and setbacks; grappling with technical challenges, equipment malfunctions, weather constraints and logistical nightmares. With each woman bringing a unique perspective to the table - from new motherhood to returning to the outdoors post-injury - Ladies Behind The Lens showcases the welcoming community that lies outside comfort zones. Sony played a key role in the technical education of the participants with their generosity in equipment loans for the group workshops, allowing them to gain experience in the operation of the Sony cinema line. This tied in perfectly with the support Ladies Behind The Lens received from production company Howler, who provided a Sony FX6 and FX3 for use across the whole project. The film was awarded the Special Jury Award at the 2024 New Zealand Mountain Film Festival.