Documentary,Adventure
Japan,Austria,United States of America,Russia
The Fourth Phase is a documentary film that showcases the adventure of Travis Rice, one of the most accomplished snowboarders in the world, along with his friends, as they embark on a multi-year journey to follow the North Pacific Gyre's flow. The film explores the beauty and wonder of some of the world's most remote environments as they travel across Alaska, Canada, Japan, and Russia. Through cutting-edge cinematography techniques, the film captures the stunning landscapes and also features breathtaking footage of the snowboarding action.
Throughout the journey, Rice and his crew encounter various challenges and obstacles, both physical and emotional. The film showcases their perseverance and determination as they strive to overcome these challenges and reach their destination. The film also explores the scientific elements of the North Pacific Gyre, which is a circular ocean current that collects marine debris and plastic waste. Through their journey, Rice and his crew also learn about the impact of human activities on the environment and how to promote sustainability and environmental awareness.
The Fourth Phase features some of the most spectacular snowboarding sequences ever captured on film, which includes Rice's insane free-riding and freestyle skills on the mountains. The film was directed by Jon Klaczkiewicz and produced by Red Bull Media House in association with Brain Farm Cinema. The Fourth Phase was released in 2016 and received critical acclaim for its stunning visuals and immersive snowboarding sequences.
