Feature-Length Documentary | 75 mins
A young filmmaker sets out on a 10,000-mile exploration of the national parks with his childhood friend during the centennial year of the formation of the National Park Service. Along the way, the two record stories of the people that work in the parks and those that come to enjoy them, as part of the rich tapestry of the history of the park system emerges. They hear profound stories of people from all ages, walks of life, and cultures that come to the parks seeking tranquility, healing, motivation, and connection to the natural world. Between spectacular visuals of the parks and compelling interviews are colorful bits of old maps, posters, and travelogues. This stunning road trip is a tribute to the national parks and their history, and is also a recognition of the people that appreciate them and work to maintain their beauty.
“Hall’s ability to put these unknown stories into the spotlight separates Out There from traditional nature documentaries… his camera celebrates the parks as they are today and hopefully will inspire more to journey while the opportunities exist.”
- Alan French, Sunshine State Cineplex
“It was worth the struggle, the resilience, the hard work, and the courage as this majestic film is a true ‘tour de force’ and it will amaze you by its beauty and its spirituality.”
- Emmanuel Itier, FilmFestivals.com
“[This] film proves that road trips can change lives.”
- Rick Mellerup, The SandPaper
AUDIENCE AWARD FOR BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
Florida Film Festival | 2023
JENNIFER SNYDER BRYCELAND AWARD
Lighthouse International Film Festival | 2023
GRAND PRIZE
San Antonio Film Festival | 2023
EMERALD AWARD
Coranado Island Film Festival | 2023
JURY AWARD FOR SPIRIT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
San Francisco Green Film Festival | 2023
BEST CONSERVATION FILM AWARD
Mystic Film Festival | 2023
RISING STAR AWARD
Naples Film Festival | 2023
BEST FEATURE DOCUMENTARY
Denali Film Festival | 2023
HONORABLE MENTION FOR BEST FEATURE DOCUMENTARY
Nature Track Film Festival | 2023
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Cinematography & Photography Awards (CAPA) | 2023