Descendance
Synopsis
Dennis Ranalter is one of the world's most respected freeride skiers, his playful style and technical ability earning him a wide fan base and the widely used moniker: D-RAN. Yet away from a name that showcases his self-assurance on the steep slopes of Austria, Dennis’s struggles with identity run deep. At its heart, the question of race and what it means to be black in a sport that remains predominantly and conspicuously white. Descendance is Dennis’s story, a personal journey of self-exploration that examines his relationship with his own skin color, with those closest to him and all those who share his love of skiing. It’s a journey that takes him from his home valley in Austria to Accra, the capital of Ghana, shining a light on the power of family along the way.
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The North Face Presents: DESCENDANCE
Type: Featurette • Published 2023-11-09
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Haunschmidt
- Screenplay & Story
- Phil Young, Dennis Ranalter, Michael Haunschmidt, Mathias Kögel
- Original Score
- Matthias Müller
- Original Title
- Descendance
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 35m
- Production Studios
- Legs Of Steel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Haunschmidt
Phil Young, Dennis Ranalter, Michael Haunschmidt, Mathias Kögel
Matthias Müller
Michael Haunschmidt, Mathias Kögel
Michael Haunschmidt, Mathias Kögel
Phil Young, Daniel Schiessl, Tobi Reindl, Paddy Graham
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Haunschmidt
Director
Daniel Schiessl
Producer
Michael Haunschmidt
Editor
Mathias Kögel
Editor
Phil Young
Writer
Dennis Ranalter
Writer
Michael Haunschmidt
Writer
Mathias Kögel
Writer
Michael Haunschmidt
Director of Photography
Mathias Kögel
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Descendance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Descendance about?
Dennis Ranalter is one of the world's most respected freeride skiers, his playful style and technical ability earning him a wide fan base and the widely used moniker: D-RAN. Yet away from a name that showcases his self-assurance on the steep slopes of Austria, Dennis’s struggles with identity run deep. At its heart, the question of race and what it means to be black in a sport that remains predominantly and conspicuously white. Descendance is Dennis’s story, a personal journey of self-exploration that examines his relationship with his own skin color, with those closest to him and all those who share his love of skiing. It’s a journey that takes him from his home valley in Austria to Accra, the capital of Ghana, shining a light on the power of family along the way.
Who directed Descendance?
Descendance was directed by Michael Haunschmidt.
Who stars in Descendance?
The principal cast of Descendance includes Dennis Ranalter, Markus Eder, Szczepan Karpiel-Bułecka, Thomas Trifonitchev.
When was Descendance released and how long is it?
Descendance was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Descendance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Descendance was composed by Matthias Müller.