ANNA

Tight switchbacks, steep passes, with brake sparks flying: Austrian downhill skateboarder Anna Pixner takes us on a fast-paced ride through and into her world. At high speed, Anna feels a sense of calm that always eluded her around other people. In her risky sport, the downhill skateboarder has not only found the antidote to her social anxieties, but also an international community of like-minded people.

A downhill skateboarder speeds down a winding road that leads to a stunning coastal view with turquoise blue sea. The road winds through green scenery, flanked by vegetation and a few motorcycles on the roadside. In the background, the ocean stretches out under a bright blue sky with white clouds, adding a summery and adventurous vibe to the scene.

Austrian downhill skateboarder Anna Pixner is captured speeding on her longboard. In a low crouch, she touches the asphalt with her gloved hand, creating sparks. The motion blur in the background highlights the high speed and dynamic nature of the scene as Anna navigates a curve on the road.

Anna Pixner, a downhill skateboarder, is smiling in the rain wearing a black helmet and a colorful tie-dye T-shirt. The background shows a rural setting with a pavilion and several people.

Several downhill skateboarders, including Anna Pixner wearing a yellow T-shirt and black helmet, are riding down a rural, slightly sloped road. The scene is surrounded by lush vegetation and trees.

Anna Pixner, a downhill skateboarder, is riding in a crouched position through a tight curve on a rural road. She is wearing a black helmet, yellow T-shirt, and protective gear. The surroundings are filled with dense vegetation.

Film Facts

Length:	7 min
Direction:	Rodrigo Soares
With:	Anna Pixner
Production:	Shot in Australia, Austria, Indonesia and Portugal, 2024

"A downhill skateboard short to take your breath away."

(Simone, EOFT programming)

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