Sundance Film Festival 2011 "The High Level Bridge"

Trevor drops his camera from Edmonton's High Level Bridge in memory of those who have jumped.

Programmer's Note: We're thrilled to be showing prolific short filmmaker Trevor Anderson's (http://www.dirtcityfilms.com) work for the first time at the Sundance Film Festival. His documentary about the High Level Bridge in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, which stands a block from where he lives, was a personal project for the filmmaker. Anderson describes the bridge as "an impressive structure that crosses a breathtaking river valley; also two of my friends died there." He adds, "Sometimes the strongest subjects for films really are right outside your door." Shot on the Sony Webbie, the film takes full advantage of the consumer-grade camera. "What can I do with this camera that I couldn't do with a more expensive one?" Anderson asked. Then he realized, "Oh! I can huck it off the bridge!" In case you are concerned about Anderson destroying a perfectly good camera, fresh snowfall cushioned the landing, and the Webbie works just fine.

• Category

  • The Screening Room

• Directed by:

  • Trevor Anderson

[Craig Anderson]

fuck. this. guys. voice.

[redhawk797]

Such a shame that some people who comment on this don't understand it. I took it as sort of a mix between a mockumentary and an actual documentary, both celebrating and warning about the bridge, while slightly making fun of it at the same time. It's not a major, crazy plot-driven tale, and it's not supposed to. Personally, I now have it favorited, and I hope it wins something.

[tablaqueen]

I lived in Edmonton for 17 years and I never knew anyone who jumped off the bridge. Unless it's got a lot worse since then, I don't think that's quite true. It is known as a suicide bridge but it's not like the Golden Gate or something. (Yes I know this isn't an entirely serious film ;))

[MaryKnowltonArt]

pigeon at 1:50 lol!

[Joe Woodford]

would appreciate someone explaining that final quote for me please?

[britflik]

i paused after 5 words. not sure if i want 3 more minutes of this guys voice.

[3girlrhumba]

I'd kill myself if I had to live in Edmonton

[bellby]

i'm fairly certain RM is a bridge suicide, if it's the RM bridge suicide I know

[ladyashley888]

My cousin jumped from this bridge. Thank you for creating this film. There is not enough awareness about suicide. I hope this film wins its award at the Sundance Festival. God bless you.

[1147productions]

The doc itself isn't that great, but the ominous tone it sets is great. I'd thank the music for that. Regardless of my feelings on it, it's nice to see some local talent getting recognized!

[godswiph]

what does that last message mean? i don't think i understood the way he worded it. i'll watch the whole thing again later but, i think i need hep just understanding that last statement. thanks

[mestudiozzzz]

good job :) GO edmotnon! but not the jumping and killing. i do not like that in my city :(