This film follows ten people who are Zion National Park’s keepers and caretakers. At a time of increasing tension between recreation and environmental impact, the film follows a path to the future through character stories that are personal, complex, and compelling. Shot in all four seasons across fourteen successive months, the film captures Zion like it’s never been seen before—instilling a sense of awe and ownership for public lands today, tomorrow, and forever.
Join us after the film for a giveaway and special conversation with filmmakers Shandi Kano & Sean Slobodan.
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Film Screening begins at 7:15 PM
Sean Slobodan grew up making films on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. Known by some as The Big Maple, the Canadian filmmaker's instinct for genuine human stories and ability to connect with both his talent and real human subjects takes him across the globe, working as both a director and cinematographer. Sean's work is emotive and his passion for people, places and environmental protection fuels his creative process. His work has garnered accolades from Emmy's to Vimeo staff picks and "Best of" laurels in film festivals worldwide. He is the founder of Local Studio in Salt Lake City, where he lives with his wife, Megan, and their children Evelyn, Penelope, and Paul.
Shandi is Salt Lake City based freelance film and commercial producer, best known for her reliability, passion and positivity. A natural leader with 17 years of both in-house and freelance production experience, she brings ease, confidence and excitement to a wide range of work. She is a leader in her film community and a driving force, known for bringing people together, uplifting others and sharing her network and knowledge. As a lifelong runner and snowboarder, her love and appreciation for the natural world fuels her award winning work; from a career start at ESPN and the XGames to work with some of the world's largest outdoor and commercial brands that rely on her to bring productions into focus. When she’s not working, she’s outside playing with her husband, Alex, and their perfect pup, Tuck.
