A Guide's Book

A Guide's Book

A Guide's Book

High in the heart of Chamonix, one of the world’s most iconic alpine playgrounds, mountain guide and Rab athlete Pierre Idris “Pim” Mehdi reveals what it truly takes to build a life in the mountains. A Guide’s Book follows Pim through steep ski lines, complex terrain, and the daily balance between personal ambition and guiding clients safely in some of the Alps’ most demanding environments.

High in the heart of Chamonix, one of the world’s most iconic alpine playgrounds, mountain guide and Rab athlete Pierre Idris “Pim” Mehdi reveals what it truly takes to build a life in the mountains. A Guide’s Book follows Pim through steep ski lines, complex terrain, and the daily balance between personal ambition and guiding clients safely in some of the Alps’ most demanding environments.

High in the heart of Chamonix, one of the world’s most iconic alpine playgrounds, mountain guide and Rab athlete Pierre Idris “Pim” Mehdi reveals what it truly takes to build a life in the mountains. A Guide’s Book follows Pim through steep ski lines, complex terrain, and the daily balance between personal ambition and guiding clients safely in some of the Alps’ most demanding environments.

Year

2025

Client

Rab

Category

Adventure Film

LOCATION

Chamonix
The Story
The Story

From his unlikely beginnings far from big peaks to earning his place in the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix, Pim shares the passion, discipline, and humility behind the craft of modern alpinism. Blending striking cinematography with intimate storytelling, the film captures the mindset, preparation, and deep respect for the mountains that define a true guide.

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Concept
Concept

Presented by: Rab

Supported by: Blizzard Technica Group & Gopro

Producer: Sidehit Films / Laurent Bilodeau

Director: Laurent Bilodeau

DoP: Laurent Bilodeau

coordinator: Lauren Taaffe & Pierre-Idris Mehdi

Photographer: Soren Rickards

Aerial cinematography: Luca Guidori , Laurent Bilodeau & Pierre-Idris Mehdi

Post production coordinator: Lauren Taaffe

Editor: Alex Miglieria

Sound Design: Alex Miglierina

Motion Artist: Olivier Blanchette

Sound mix: Joel Pucci

Colorist: La Coloristory

Copywriter: Grace Grim

Voice over: Steven Kelly

Original Score: Homy Studios

Music: Mansfield.TYA

Starring: Pierre-Idris Mehdi (PIM), Juliette Willmann, Aurélien Lardy, Léo Slemmet, Pierre Landreau & Bruno Roche.

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BASED IN CANADA,

AVAILABLE GLOBALLY

VIDEO PRODUCTION
ACTION SPORTS DRIVEN

Our love for the sport began with a simple sidehit off the edge of the trail.

What started as a small moment turned into a lifelong passion — shaping who we are today.

Now it’s your turn. Let us help you reach new heights.

Let'S WORK TOGETHER

BASED IN CANADA,

AVAILABLE GLOBALLY

VIDEO PRODUCTION
ACTION SPORTS DRIVEN

Our love for the sport began with a simple sidehit off the edge of the trail.

What started as a small moment turned into a lifelong passion — shaping who we are today.

Now it’s your turn. Let us help you reach new heights.

Let'S WORK TOGETHER

Our love for the sport began with a simple sidehit off the edge of the trail.

What started as a small moment turned into a lifelong passion — shaping who we are today.

Now it’s your turn. Let us help you reach new heights.

Let'S WORK TOGETHER

BASED IN CANADA,

AVAILABLE GLOBALLY

VIDEO PRODUCTION
ACTION SPORTS DRIVEN

Our love for the sport began with a simple sidehit off the edge of the trail.

What started as a small moment turned into a lifelong passion — shaping who we are today.

Now it’s your turn. Let us help you reach new heights.