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A Groundbreaking Transformative Film & Art Experience Launches Fall 2025<\/em><\/p>\n

Mammoth Lakes, CA, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — World-renowned artist, skier, and filmmaker Chris Benchetler<\/a> unveils his most ambitious creative endeavor to date: Mountains of the Moon<\/i>, a genre-defying transformative film and immersive art experience set to the iconic music of the Grateful Dead. Captured almost entirely at night using cutting-edge cinematography, lasers, animation, and projection mapping, the film takes viewers on a surreal journey through ocean, river, and mountain landscapes. Mountains of the Moon <\/i>will be amplified through a week-long immersive premiere and activation in Los Angeles, a global theatrical run, and experiential events throughout Fall and Winter.<\/p>\n

The official teaser trailer drops October 30, followed by a global premiere on November 15, 2025. The debut kicks off a multi-platform cultural campaign blending sport, art, and music in a way that\u2019s never been seen before.<\/p>\n

\u201cMountains of the Moon<\/i> is an artistic journey where light became my paintbrush and the Earth our canvas,\u201d said Benchetler. \u201cBy breaking free of the sun\u2019s constraints, we were able to sculpt emotion, energy, and movement, juxtaposed into the landscape \u2014 layering sport, art, music, and nature to create something that speaks beyond words and more into feeling.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mountains of the Moon<\/i> was born from Chris\u2019 desire to communicate what words cannot \u2014 the feelings, connections, and energy that exist beyond language. Skiing, painting, and filmmaking are all part of the same pursuit: layering light, color, and experience to reveal a deeper truth. This project takes that exploration into new territory, using night as a canvas, skeleton suits as a metaphor for shared humanity, and light itself as both subject and storyteller. At its core, Mountains of the Moon<\/i> is about stripping away the noise to uncover what binds us together \u2014 the energy we carry, the light we emit, and the way art and nature remind us of what\u2019s eternal.<\/p>\n

The film is just one part of the larger Mountains of the Moon<\/i> project, which also includes Benchetler\u2019s forthcoming book of photographs, concepts, and paintings, defining the same themes of universal language and interconnection present in the film, as well as a series of satellite art galleries that further illuminate the project\u2019s inspiration, creative process and love of nature. <\/p>\n

The main gallery installation opens in Los Angeles, November 15-23, powered by Arc\u2019teryx. Inside, viewers will be transported through a surreal museological experience that showcases how the Mountains of the Moon<\/i> project was brought to life, both in process and in inspiration. It consists of four main spaces: behind-the-scenes archival display of the film\u2019s production; a light-based installation in which illuminated objects from the film are<\/i> the light sources; a life-size recreation of Benchetler\u2019s personal art studio; and lastly, a sensorial LED sculpture garden.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe music of the Grateful Dead has always been about exploration \u2013 of sound, spirit, and the unknown,\u201d said Mickey Hart, drummer for the Grateful Dead. \u201cMountains of the Moon<\/i> taps into that same energy, pushing creative boundaries to illuminate the deep connection between art, nature, and human expression. It was an honor to contribute to this visionary project and help bring its rhythm to life.\u201d<\/p>\n

Following his 2019 award-winning film Fire On The Mountain<\/i>, narrated by the late and beloved Hall of Famer and fellow Deadhead Bill Walton, Benchetler returns with an even more ambitious vision. Mountains of the Moon<\/i> is narrated by renowned mycologist and author Paul Stamets and features a diverse lineup of world-class athletes \u2014 including Michelle Parker, Rob Machado, and Carson Storch \u2014 visceral visual landscapes, and a euphoric Grateful Dead soundtrack. Mickey Hart also performs in the film \u2013 drumming atop a snow sculpture on Mammoth Mountain \u2013 and pieces from his iconic Grateful Dead drum kit and art in collaboration with Benchetler will be on display during the LA premiere exhibit.<\/p>\n

As part of Benchetler\u2019s deep commitment to sustainability\u2014and with support from A New Earth Project\u2014all Mountains of the Moon<\/i> apparel and merchandise sold through ChrisBenchetler.com will be shipped using New Earth Approved packaging solutions<\/b>. This includes Vela Bags<\/b>: transparent, curbside-recyclable transport bags made from glassine paper, a renewable, plastic-free alternative to conventional polybags. It\u2019s one of several visible ways the Mountains of the Moon <\/i>project reflects a shared dedication to environmental stewardship and responsible innovation.<\/p>\n

Blending psychedelic art, elemental exploration, and science-based storytelling, Mountains of the Moon<\/i> is more than a film\u2014it\u2019s a multidimensional experience that takes viewers on a journey from the depths of the soil to the vastness of space, ultimately returning to the natural world with a renewed appreciation for its wisdom and sustainability.<\/p>\n

\u201cMountains of the Moon blends visual storytelling with mountain performance. It reflects what can happen when creativity, sport, and technical innovation come together\u2014from the custom light suits developed by our product creation team to the meaningful community connections we\u2019re celebrating through the LA exhibition and film screenings,\u201d said Stuart Haselden, CEO of Arc\u2019teryx. \u201cWe\u2019re honoured to support Chris and his team, and proud to see our athletes contribute to such a thoughtful and inspiring project.\u201d<\/p>\n

Fall 2025 Launch Highlights Include:<\/b><\/p>\n